{"id":2533,"date":"2025-11-03T20:37:44","date_gmt":"2025-11-03T15:07:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kabaddiarena.com\/en\/?p=2533"},"modified":"2025-11-03T20:37:45","modified_gmt":"2025-11-03T15:07:45","slug":"upkl-2025-four-new-teams-name-aligarh-kanpur-purvanchal-ghaziabad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kabaddiarena.com\/en\/upkl-2025-four-new-teams-name-aligarh-kanpur-purvanchal-ghaziabad\/","title":{"rendered":"UPKL 2025: The Names of the 4 New Franchise Teams Joining the UP Kabaddi League 2025 Have Been Confirmed"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>UPKL All Four New Teams Name:<\/strong> The excitement for <em>Kabaddi<\/em> in Uttar Pradesh is touching new heights, and the upcoming <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kabaddiarena.com\/en\/uttar-pradesh-kabaddi-league-upkl\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2520\">UP Kabaddi League (UPKL) 2025<\/a><\/strong> is the biggest proof of it. After the massive success of the league\u2019s debut season in 2024, the organizers are all set to make <em><strong>Season 2<\/strong><\/em> bigger, better, and even more thrilling. And the biggest announcement that has everyone talking is the confirmation of <strong>four new franchise teams<\/strong> joining the league this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>UPKL 2025 Welcomes Four New Teams<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ahead of the players\u2019 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:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Aligarh Tigers<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kabaddiarena.com\/en\/upkl-2025-kanpur-warriors-join-uttar-pradesh-kabaddi-league\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2530\">Kanpur Warriors<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Purvanchal Panthers<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gazab Ghaziabad<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>With these new additions, the total number of participating teams in UPKL will increase from <strong>8 to 12<\/strong>, making the competition even more intense and wide-reaching across the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Kabaddi Expands to Every Corner of Uttar Pradesh<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The newly added teams have been strategically chosen to represent different regions of Uttar Pradesh \u2014 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 \u201chome team\u201d to cheer for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This expansion is being seen as a major step to take <strong><em>Kabaddi<\/em> deeper<\/strong> into the heart of the state and to unearth hidden talent from every corner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Complete List of 12 Teams Competing in UPKL 2025<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The upcoming season will feature these <strong>12 teams<\/strong> competing for the championship title:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Yamuna Yoddhas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Noida Ninjas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kashi Kings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Awadh Ramdoot<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brij Stars<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sangam Challengers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ganga Kings of Mirzapur<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lucknow Lions <em>(Defending Champions)<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aligarh Tigers <em>(New)<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kanpur Warriors <em>(New)<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gazab Ghaziabad <em>(New)<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Purvanchal Panthers <em>(New)<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>When and Where Will UPKL Season 2 Take Place?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The much-awaited <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kabaddiarena.com\/en\/upkl-2025-start-date-uttar-pradesh-kabaddi-league-season-2\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2525\">UP Kabaddi League 2025<\/a><\/strong> will officially kick off on <strong>25th December 2025<\/strong> at the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kabaddiarena.com\/en\/venue\/noida-indoor-stadium-noida\/\" data-type=\"sp_venue\" data-id=\"40\">Noida Indoor Stadium<\/a><\/strong>, the same iconic venue that hosted the inaugural season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before the league begins, a grand <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kabaddiarena.com\/en\/upkl-2025-player-auction-uttar-pradesh-kabaddi-league-noida\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2511\">players\u2019 auction<\/a><\/strong> took place on <strong>3rd November 2025<\/strong> at the Sarovar Premier Hotel in Noida, where franchises picked top local and national-level Kabaddi talent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fans across Uttar Pradesh are now eagerly counting down to the day when the action returns to the mat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Organizers on the Expansion of UPKL<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The league is owned and operated by <strong>SJ Uplift Kabaddi<\/strong>, which aims to provide a bigger stage for local Kabaddi players. Speaking about the addition of new teams, <strong>Sambhav Jain<\/strong>, one of the key organizers, said:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cWe\u2019re extremely proud to welcome four new franchises into UPKL\u2019s 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.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A League Born From Success<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The decision to expand the league comes after the overwhelming success of <strong>UPKL Season 1<\/strong>, which took place in <strong>July 2024<\/strong> at the Noida Indoor Stadium. The first edition witnessed <strong>120 players<\/strong> in action and was watched by over <strong>30 million viewers<\/strong> across Sony and DD channels, according to BARC reports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Lucknow Lions<\/strong> 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What to Expect from UPKL 2025<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More importantly, the inclusion of new franchises will bring <em>Kabaddi<\/em> closer to every household in Uttar Pradesh. From Aligarh to Ghaziabad, and from Purvanchal to Kanpur \u2014 the spirit of the game is set to unite the entire state once again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>As the countdown begins for <strong>UPKL 2025<\/strong>, all eyes are on 25th December when the whistle will blow and the mats will come alive at Noida Indoor Stadium. With <strong>four new teams joining the battle<\/strong>, the upcoming season is expected to take the passion and popularity of Kabaddi in Uttar Pradesh to a whole new level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>UPKL 2025<\/strong> isn\u2019t just another sporting event \u2014 it\u2019s a celebration of Uttar Pradesh\u2019s strength, spirit, and love for <em>Kabaddi<\/em>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The excitement for Kabaddi in Uttar Pradesh is all set to reach new heights as the UP Kabaddi League (UPKL) 2025 gears up for its grand return. 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