Maharashtra, long regarded as a powerhouse in Indian kabaddi, will once again showcase its dominance in Season 12 of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL), with two of its premier franchises, U Mumba and Puneri Paltan, set to renew their fierce rivalry.

Both former champions, U Mumba and Puneri Paltan, have consistently been among the top contenders in the league. Their upcoming face-off promises to be a marquee event, capturing the imagination of kabaddi fans across the country. The latest chapter in this storied rivalry will unfold on September 18 at the Sawai Mansingh Indoor Stadium in Jaipur, that is steeped in PKL history and host of the league’s landmark 1000th match in 2024.

Leading U Mumba will be Sunil Kumar, PKL’s most successful captain, while Aslam Inamdar, the dynamic raider who led Puneri Paltan to their Season 10 title, returns at the helm for the Pune-based outfit. Inamdar holds the distinction of being the first Maharashtrian captain to win a PKL championship.