Pro Kabaddi League Season 8 Winner (2021), Runner-up, Teams
The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 8, held in 2021-2022, was a highly anticipated season as it marked the return of the league after a year’s break due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The season began on 22nd December 2021 and concluded with the grand finale on 25th February 2022. Despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, the league successfully conducted the matches in a bio-secure environment without any live audience, bringing back the excitement of kabaddi to fans watching from home. The season featured 12 teams, all competing fiercely for the coveted title.
Winner: Dabang Delhi K.C.
In a historic moment for the franchise, Dabang Delhi K.C. emerged as the champions of Pro Kabaddi League Season 8. They clinched their first-ever PKL title by defeating Patna Pirates in a thrilling final. The match was tightly contested, but Dabang Delhi secured a close win with a score of 37-36. Naveen Kumar, Delhi’s star raider, played a key role in the victory, contributing with crucial points and helping his team make history by winning their maiden title after falling short in the previous season’s final.
Runner-up: Patna Pirates
The Patna Pirates, the most successful team in PKL history with three previous titles, finished as the runners-up in Season 8. They had a stellar season and looked strong throughout the tournament. Led by Prashanth Kumar Rai, Patna Pirates showcased excellent teamwork and defense, but narrowly lost in the final. Despite the loss, Patna Pirates’ journey to the final was impressive, and they were strong contenders for the title until the last moment.
Participating Teams
| Team Name | State | Captain |
|---|---|---|
| Dabang Delhi K.C. | Delhi | Joginder Narwal |
| Patna Pirates | Bihar | Prashanth Kumar Rai |
| Bengaluru Bulls | Karnataka | Pawan Sehrawat |
| Bengal Warriors | West Bengal | Maninder Singh |
| Gujarat Giants | Gujarat | Sunil Kumar |
| Haryana Steelers | Haryana | Vikash Kandola |
| Jaipur Pink Panthers | Rajasthan | Deepak Niwas Hooda |
| Puneri Paltan | Maharashtra | Nitin Tomar |
| Tamil Thalaivas | Tamil Nadu | Surjeet Singh |
| Telugu Titans | Telangana | Rohit Kumar |
| U Mumba | Maharashtra | Fazel Atrachali |
| UP Yoddhas | Uttar Pradesh | Nitesh Kumar |
Prize Money, Winning Margin, and Final Venue
The total prize money for PKL Season 8 was INR 8 crores. As the winners, Dabang Delhi K.C. took home INR 3 crores, while the Patna Pirates received INR 1.8 crores as the runners-up. The final match was held at the Sheraton Grand, Whitefield in Bengaluru, where Dabang Delhi K.C. won by a narrow margin of 37-36.
Player of the Tournament
The Most Valuable Player (MVP) of Season 8 was Naveen Kumar from Dabang Delhi K.C., who had an outstanding season. His raiding brilliance, agility, and ability to score in critical moments were key factors in his team’s success. Despite missing a few matches due to injury, Naveen returned stronger and led his team to victory in the final.
Conclusion
Pro Kabaddi League Season 8 was full of excitement, showcasing top-notch kabaddi action despite the challenges of the pandemic. Dabang Delhi K.C.’s maiden title win, coupled with Naveen Kumar’s outstanding performance, made this season unforgettable. With close matches, rising stars, and thrilling finales, PKL Season 8 continued to boost the popularity of kabaddi across India
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