Puneri Paltan is set to kick off its Pro Kabaddi League 2023 season with a face-off against Jaipur Pink Panthers on December 4 in Ahmedabad, marking a rematch of the intense season nine final.
As the league enters its milestone tenth season, it returns to the 12-city caravan format, commencing at the Arena by Transstadia Stadium in Ahmedabad on December 2.
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Puneri Paltan, a founding member of the Pro Kabaddi League, reached the final in the ninth edition under the leadership of Iranian stalwart Fazel Atrachali. The team is renowned for its robust youth academy and talent pool, with coaching provided by Arjuna awardee BC Ramesh.
Squad Preview:
Despite finishing as runners-up last season, Puneri Paltan continues to be a force to be reckoned with. The team has strategically added Mohammadreza Shadloui Chiyaneh, a versatile all-rounder, to its roster. Chiyaneh’s ability to sway games in favor of his team makes him a crucial asset.
Strengths: The Pune-based team boasts a formidable lineup of young raiding talent from its homegrown youth setup. The addition of Chiyaneh is anticipated to elevate the team’s performance significantly.
Weaknesses: One potential challenge for Puneri Paltan could be the absence of a seasoned player to guide and calm down the energetic young squad during critical moments. The team will need to address this concern to ensure a smooth season.
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Puneri Paltan’s opening match against Jaipur Pink Panthers on December 4 in Ahmedabad will set the tone for their campaign. The playoff schedule will be disclosed at a later date.
Puneri Paltan Match Schedule in PKL 10.
Date | Teams | Match | Venue |
December 4 | Puneri Paltan vs Jaipur Pink Panthers | Match 5 | The Arena by TransStadia, Ahmedabad |
December 8 | Puneri Paltan vs U Mumba | Match 13 | Sree Kanteerava Indoor Stadium, Bengaluru |
December 15 | Puneri Paltan vs Haryana Steelers | Match 23 | Balewadi Sports Complex, Pune |
December 16 | Puneri Paltan vs Bengal Warriors | Match 25 | Balewadi Sports Complex, Pune |
December 18 | Puneri Paltan vs Dabang Delhi K.C. | Match 30 | Balewadi Sports Complex, Pune |
December 20 | Puneri Paltan vs Bengaluru Bulls | Match 33 | Balewadi Sports Complex, Pune |
December 26 | Puneri Paltan vs Patna Pirates | Match 42 | SDAT Indoor Stadium, Chennai |
January 1 | Telugu Titans vs Puneri Paltan | Match 51 | Noida Indoor Stadium, Noida |
January 3 | UP Yoddhas vs Puneri Paltan | Match 55 | Noida Indoor Stadium, Noida |
January 7 | Puneri Paltan vs Tamil Thalaivas | Match 60 | DOME by NSCI, Mumbai |
January 12 | Puneri Paltan vs Gujarat Giants | Match 68 | SMS Indoor Stadium, Jaipur |
January 13 | Jaipur Pink Panthers vs Puneri Paltan | Match 69 | SMS Indoor Stadium, Jaipur |
January 21 | Gujarat Giants vs Puneri Paltan | Match 82 | Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, Hyderabad |
January 23 | U Mumba vs Puneri Paltan | Match 86 | Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, Hyderabad |
January 27 | Patna Pirates vs Puneri Paltan | Match 91 | Patliputra Indoor Stadium, Patna |
January 30 | Puneri Paltan vs Telugu Titans | Match 97 | Patliputra Indoor Stadium, Patna |
February 5 | Dabang Delhi K.C. vs Puneri Paltan | Match 107 | Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium, Delhi |
February 7 | Bengaluru Bulls vs Puneri Paltan | Match 109 | Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium, Delhi |
February 11 | Tamil Thalaivas vs Puneri Paltan | Match 115 | Netaji Indoor Stadium, Kolkata |
February 14 | Bengal Warriors vs Puneri Paltan | Match 121 | Netaji Indoor Stadium, Kolkata |
February 19 | Haryana Steelers vs Puneri Paltan | Match 129 | Tau Devilal Indoor Stadium, Panchkula |
February 21 | Puneri Paltan vs UP Yoddhas | Match 131 | Tau Devilal Indoor Stadium, Panchkula |
Who is the owner of Puneri Paltan ?
The Puneri Paltan, a prominent team in the Pro Kabaddi League, is under the ownership of Insurekot Sports, a dynamic Mumbai-based firm deeply immersed in a range of sports-related ventures. Situated in Santacruz, Mumbai, Insurekot Sports made its debut on the scene on April 9, 2001, and is overseen by three directors: Sumanlal Babulal Shah, Rajesh Harkishandas Doshi, and Karthi Kumar Venkatraman Marshan.
Sumanlal Shah, one of the directors, holds additional roles as a Partner/Director in various esteemed companies. His involvement extends to entities like Kotak Commodity Services, Business Standard Online Private Limited, and Infina Finance Ltd. Similarly, Rajesh Harkishandas Doshi serves as a Director in companies beyond Insurekot Sports, showcasing broad engagement in diverse corporate spheres.
Puneri Paltan Key Details :
- Established Year: 2014 – PKL Season 1
- Coach: Anup Kumar
- Owner: Insurekot Sports
- Sponsor: Indigo Paints & Schaeffler India
- Ticket Booking: Puneri Paltan tickets for PKL 2023 can be purchased from online ticket booking portals.
- Home Venue: Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex, Puna, Maharashtra, India
- Official Website: www.puneripaltan.com
The owners, driven by a commitment to revitalize kabaddi as a sport, consistently demonstrate their passion. This dedication is evident through their initiatives, including the organization of diverse events aimed at identifying and nurturing talent from a young age. These efforts contribute significantly to the vibrancy and growth of kabaddi.
Puneri Paltan Squad:
- Pankaj Mohite
- Mohit Goyat
- Nitin R
- Akash Shinde
- Aditya Shinde
- Sanket Sawant
- Abinesh Nadarajan
- Badal Singh
- Gaurav Khatri
- Vaibhav Kamble
- Dadaso Pujari
- Tushar Dattaray Adhavade
- Ishwar
- Hardeep
- Vahid RezaEimehr
- Mohammadreza Chiyaneh
- Aslam Inamdar
- Ahmed Enamdar