UPKL All Four New Teams Name: The excitement for Kabaddi in Uttar Pradesh is touching new heights, and the upcoming UP Kabaddi League (UPKL) 2025 is the biggest proof of it. After the massive success of the league’s debut season in 2024, the organizers are all set to make Season 2 bigger, better, and even more thrilling. And the biggest announcement that has everyone talking is the confirmation of four new franchise teams joining the league this year.
UPKL 2025 Welcomes Four New Teams
Ahead of the players’ auction, the UP Kabaddi League has officially revealed the names of the four new franchises that will make their debut in Season 2. These new teams are:
- Aligarh Tigers
- Kanpur Warriors
- Purvanchal Panthers
- Gazab Ghaziabad
With these new additions, the total number of participating teams in UPKL will increase from 8 to 12, making the competition even more intense and wide-reaching across the state.
Kabaddi Expands to Every Corner of Uttar Pradesh
The newly added teams have been strategically chosen to represent different regions of Uttar Pradesh — Western UP (Aligarh), Central UP (Kanpur), Eastern UP (Purvanchal), and the NCR gateway city (Ghaziabad). This regional diversity is expected to make the league even more inclusive, giving fans from every part of the state a “home team” to cheer for.
This expansion is being seen as a major step to take Kabaddi deeper into the heart of the state and to unearth hidden talent from every corner.
Complete List of 12 Teams Competing in UPKL 2025
The upcoming season will feature these 12 teams competing for the championship title:
- Yamuna Yoddhas
- Noida Ninjas
- Kashi Kings
- Awadh Ramdoot
- Brij Stars
- Sangam Challengers
- Ganga Kings of Mirzapur
- Lucknow Lions (Defending Champions)
- Aligarh Tigers (New)
- Kanpur Warriors (New)
- Gazab Ghaziabad (New)
- Purvanchal Panthers (New)
With the inclusion of four new sides, the level of competition is expected to rise significantly, giving the audience non-stop high-octane Kabaddi action.
When and Where Will UPKL Season 2 Take Place?
The much-awaited UP Kabaddi League 2025 will officially kick off on 25th December 2025 at the Noida Indoor Stadium, the same iconic venue that hosted the inaugural season.
Before the league begins, a grand players’ auction took place on 3rd November 2025 at the Sarovar Premier Hotel in Noida, where franchises picked top local and national-level Kabaddi talent.
Fans across Uttar Pradesh are now eagerly counting down to the day when the action returns to the mat.
Organizers on the Expansion of UPKL
The league is owned and operated by SJ Uplift Kabaddi, which aims to provide a bigger stage for local Kabaddi players. Speaking about the addition of new teams, Sambhav Jain, one of the key organizers, said:
“We’re extremely proud to welcome four new franchises into UPKL’s second season. This expansion will give more opportunities to young Kabaddi players from every part of the state. Our goal is to bring traditional sports like Kabaddi onto a modern, professional platform.”
A League Born From Success
The decision to expand the league comes after the overwhelming success of UPKL Season 1, which took place in July 2024 at the Noida Indoor Stadium. The first edition witnessed 120 players in action and was watched by over 30 million viewers across Sony and DD channels, according to BARC reports.
The Lucknow Lions emerged as the inaugural champions, displaying brilliant skill and teamwork throughout the season. The record-breaking viewership and enthusiastic fan response paved the way for this much-awaited expansion.
What to Expect from UPKL 2025
The second season of UPKL promises to be grander and more competitive than ever. With 12 teams, a packed schedule, and regional pride on the line, fans can expect thrilling raids, tough tackles, and unforgettable Kabaddi moments.
More importantly, the inclusion of new franchises will bring Kabaddi closer to every household in Uttar Pradesh. From Aligarh to Ghaziabad, and from Purvanchal to Kanpur — the spirit of the game is set to unite the entire state once again.
As the countdown begins for UPKL 2025, all eyes are on 25th December when the whistle will blow and the mats will come alive at Noida Indoor Stadium. With four new teams joining the battle, the upcoming season is expected to take the passion and popularity of Kabaddi in Uttar Pradesh to a whole new level.
UPKL 2025 isn’t just another sporting event — it’s a celebration of Uttar Pradesh’s strength, spirit, and love for Kabaddi.
