KCL expands to 10 teams with entry of Jind Jaguars, Kurukshetra Knights

New Delhi: The Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) will enter its second season with two new franchises - Jind Jaguars and Kurukshetra Knights - taking the franchise-based league to 10 teams.

KCL chairman Balwan Singh said the addition of the two franchises would create more opportunities for players to compete at a high level.

"The addition of Jind Jaguars and Kurukshetra Knights strengthens the KCL ecosystem. It is a positive step for the league and for the development of kabaddi talent," Singh said.


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The organisers said Season 2 will build on the foundation laid by the inaugural edition, with a focus on talent development and strengthening the franchise structure.