Naveen vs Devank set for PKL 12 Blockbuster in Vizag

Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 begins on August 29 in Vizag, with Haryana Steelers facing Bengal Warriorz on August 31. Naveen Kumar, returning to represent Haryana, vowed aggression and focus on defending their title. Bengal’s record signing Devank Dalal, last season’s top raider with 301 points, challenged Naveen.

As the Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 draws near, anticipation is building for the opening weekend in Vizag, where defending champions Haryana Steelers will face Bengal Warriorz on August 31. The season begins on August 29 and will travel across Jaipur, Chennai, and New Delhi until October 23. In a pre-season Instagram Live session, fans witnessed a spirited exchange between Haryana’s talisman Naveen Kumar and Bengal’s record signing Devank Dalal. Naveen, returning to represent his home state, called it an emotional moment and vowed to play with aggression and pride.

He emphasized that stopping Devank would be crucial for Haryana’s title defense. Devank, who emerged as the league’s best raider last season with 301 raid points, embraced the pressure of being Bengal’s costliest player. He expressed respect for Naveen, his former Services captain, but declared that rivalries outweigh respect on the mat.

Confident in his speed and skill, Devank promised to challenge every defender in the league, beginning with Haryana. The narrative is set: a homegrown hero defending his crown against a rising star eager to surpass records. With both players fired up, the Vizag clash promises to be more than just a game, it is a battle of pride, legacy, and ambition.