{"id":2648,"date":"2026-01-24T17:10:03","date_gmt":"2026-01-24T11:40:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kabaddiarena.com\/en\/?p=2648"},"modified":"2026-02-06T11:50:49","modified_gmt":"2026-02-06T06:20:49","slug":"kabaddi-champions-league-kcl-2026-schedule","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kabaddiarena.com\/en\/kabaddi-champions-league-kcl-2026-schedule\/","title":{"rendered":"Kabaddi Champions League 2026 Schedule: Complete Fixtures, Match Timings & Where to Watch Live"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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KCL 2026 Time Table:<\/strong> In Haryana, kabaddi is not just a sport. It is emotion, pride, and identity. From village akhadas to international mats, Haryana has always produced fearless kabaddi warriors who play with heart and power. Now, this strong kabaddi culture is getting a new and professional platform with the launch of the Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) 2026<\/a><\/strong>. This league is being organized for the first time, and from the moment its schedule was announced, excitement among kabaddi fans has reached a new level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The KCL 2026 schedule<\/strong> is officially out, and it promises non-stop action, intense rivalries, and pure desi kabaddi every evening. With prime-time matches, strong local teams, and live telecast across TV and digital platforms, Kabaddi Champions League is ready to become one of the most talked-about kabaddi tournaments in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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KCL 2026: Dates, Venue and Match Timings Explained<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The first season of Kabaddi Champions League will be played from 25 January 2026 to 7 February 2026<\/strong><\/a>. All matches will be hosted at the Sports University of Haryana, Rai (Sonipat)<\/strong>. This venue is known as the backbone of sports development in the state, and hosting KCL here makes the league even more special for local fans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the biggest highlights of KCL Haryana 2026 is its prime-time evening schedule<\/strong>. The organizers have ensured that fans can enjoy kabaddi after work hours, both in the stadium and on television. Most matchdays will feature two matches, starting at 6:30 PM<\/strong> and 7:30 PM<\/strong>. However, on selected days\u2014especially between 2 February and 5 February<\/strong>\u2014fans will get triple entertainment, as a third match will also be played at 8:30 PM<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The entire league runs for almost two weeks and includes league matches, semi-finals, and the grand final. Every single day brings high-voltage kabaddi action, making KCL 2026 a complete festival for kabaddi lovers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kabaddi Champions League 2026 Full Match Schedule (Time Table)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The league phase of KCL 2026 is tightly packed and highly competitive. From 25 January to 5 February<\/strong>, matches are scheduled almost every day. Each team faces strong opponents regularly, and there is very little room for mistakes. One bad match can push a team down the table, while one big win can change everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Match<\/th>Date<\/th>Fixture<\/th>Time<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Match 1<\/td>Sunday, January 25<\/td>Sonipat Stars vs Gurugram Gurus<\/td>7:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Match 2<\/td>Sunday, January 25<\/td>Rohtak Royals vs Karnal Kings<\/td>8:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Match 3<\/td>Monday, January 26<\/td>Hisar Heroes vs Bhiwani Bulls<\/td>7:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Match 4<\/td>Monday, January 26<\/td>Panipat Panthers vs Faridabad Fighters<\/td>8:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Match 5<\/td>Tuesday, January 27<\/td>Sonipat Stars vs Karnal Kings<\/td>7:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Match 6<\/td>Tuesday, January 27<\/td>Gurugram Gurus vs Bhiwani Bulls<\/td>8:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Match 7<\/td>Wednesday, January 28<\/td>Rohtak Royals vs Faridabad Fighters<\/td>7:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Match 8<\/td>Wednesday, January 28<\/td>Hisar Heroes vs Panipat Panthers<\/td>8:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Match 9<\/td>Thursday, January 29<\/td>Sonipat Stars vs Bhiwani Bulls<\/td>7:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Match 10<\/td>Thursday, January 29<\/td>Karnal Kings vs Faridabad Fighters<\/td>8:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Match 11<\/td>Friday, January 30<\/td>Gurugram Gurus vs Panipat Panthers<\/td>7:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Match 12<\/td>Friday, January 30<\/td>Rohtak Royals vs Hisar Heroes<\/td>8:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Match 13<\/td>Saturday, January 31<\/td>Sonipat Stars vs Faridabad Fighters<\/td>7:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Match 14<\/td>Saturday, January 31<\/td>Bhiwani Bulls vs Panipat Panthers<\/td>8:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Match 15<\/td>Sunday, February 1<\/td>Karnal Kings vs Hisar Heroes<\/td>7:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Match 16<\/td>Sunday, February 1<\/td>Gurugram Gurus vs Rohtak Royals<\/td>8:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Match 17<\/td>Monday, February 2<\/td>Sonipat Stars vs Panipat Panthers<\/td>7:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Match 18<\/td>Monday, February 2<\/td>Faridabad Fighters vs Hisar Heroes<\/td>8:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Match 19<\/td>Monday, February 2<\/td>Bhiwani Bulls vs Rohtak Royals<\/td>9:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Match 20<\/td>Tuesday, February 3<\/td>Karnal Kings vs Gurugram Gurus<\/td>7:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Match 21<\/td>Tuesday, February 3<\/td>Sonipat Stars vs Hisar Heroes<\/td>8:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Match 22<\/td>Tuesday, February 3<\/td>Panipat Panthers vs Rohtak Royals<\/td>9:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Match 23<\/td>Wednesday, February 4<\/td>Faridabad Fighters vs Gurugram Gurus<\/td>7:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Match 24<\/td>Wednesday, February 4<\/td>Bhiwani Bulls vs Karnal Kings<\/td>8:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Match 25<\/td>Wednesday, February 4<\/td>Sonipat Stars vs Rohtak Royals<\/td>9:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Match 26<\/td>Thursday, February 5<\/td>Hisar Heroes vs Gurugram Gurus<\/td>7:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Match 27<\/td>Thursday, February 5<\/td>Panipat Panthers vs Karnal Kings<\/td>8:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Match 28<\/td>Thursday, February 5<\/td>Faridabad Fighters vs Bhiwani Bulls<\/td>9:00 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Semi-Final 1<\/td>Friday, February 6<\/td>Hisar Heroes vs Bhiwani Bulls<\/td>6:30 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Semi-Final 2<\/td>Friday, February 6<\/td>Panipat Panthers vs Rohtak Royals<\/td>7:30 pm<\/td><\/tr>
Final<\/td>Saturday, February 7<\/td>TBD vs TBD<\/td>TBD<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n
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Kabaddi Champions League 2026 Points Table (KCL Team Standings)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Teams Participating in KCL Haryana 2026<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The inaugural season of Kabaddi Champions League features eight franchise teams<\/strong>, each representing a major kabaddi region of Haryana. These teams carry strong local identity, which adds extra intensity to every match.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The teams competing in KCL 2026 are Sonipat Stars<\/a><\/strong>, Gurugram Gurus<\/a><\/strong>, Hisar Heroes<\/a><\/strong>, Bhiwani Bulls<\/a><\/strong>, Rohtak Royals<\/a><\/strong>, Karnal Kings<\/a><\/strong>, Panipat Panthers<\/a><\/strong>, and Faridabad Fighters.<\/a><\/strong> Each squad includes a mix of young talent and experienced players who are hungry to make a name for themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because many players come from nearby regions, local rivalries automatically heat up the contest. Matches are not just about points, but also about pride.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Semi-Finals and Grand Final Fixture<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

After the league stage ends on 5 February<\/strong>, the top teams move into the knockout phase. The semi-finals will be played on 6 February 2026<\/strong>. These matches are expected to be extremely intense, as one loss here means the end of the journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The winners of the semi-finals will qualify for the grand final on 7 February 2026<\/strong>. This match will decide the first-ever Kabaddi Champions League winner<\/strong>, making it a historic moment for Haryana kabaddi.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Where and How to Watch KCL 2026 Live<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Kabaddi Champions League 2026 will be broadcast widely to reach fans across India and abroad. On television, viewers can watch live matches on Zee Network channels<\/a><\/strong> such as Zee Anmol, Zee Yuva, Zee Bollywood, &Pictures, Zee Punjabi, along with DD Sports<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For digital viewers, live streaming will be available on Zee5, YupTV, and Wave OTT<\/strong>. Whether you prefer watching on mobile, smart TV, or laptop, KCL 2026 ensures smooth and accessible viewing everywhere.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Opening Day of KCL 2026: A Perfect Start<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The opening day of Kabaddi Champions League 2026 feels nothing less than a celebration. With two blockbuster matches lined up, fans get instant value from day one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On Sunday, 25 January<\/strong>, Sonipat Stars take on Gurugram Gurus at 7:00 PM, followed by a powerful clash between Rohtak Royals and Karnal Kings at 8:00 PM. From there, the action continues daily with different team combinations, ensuring variety and excitement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The clash between Sonipat Stars and Gurugram Gurus is expected to be fast and aggressive, while Rohtak Royals vs Karnal Kings promises strong defensive battles. These matches will not only impact the points table but also define the momentum of the league.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Why Kabaddi Champions League 2026 Is Special<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

KCL 2026 is not just another kabaddi tournament. It is a platform that connects grassroots kabaddi with a professional league system. It gives local players a big stage, regular match exposure, and the confidence to dream bigger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With packed stadiums, prime-time scheduling, strong broadcasting support, and passionate fans, Kabaddi Champions League is set to become a major name in Indian kabaddi.<\/p>\n\n\n

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If you love kabaddi, KCL 2026 is something you simply cannot miss.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Kabaddi fans, get ready for two weeks of non-stop action and pure Haryana power. The Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) 2026 schedule is finally out, and it brings high-voltage matches, prime-time fixtures, and a thrilling grand finale. From opening day clashes to the final showdown, here is everything you need to know about the complete KCL 2026 match timetable and where to watch it live.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":2649,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[118,24],"tags":[120,119],"class_list":["post-2648","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-kabaddi-champions-league-kcl","category-kabaddi-news","tag-kabaddi-champions-league","tag-kcl","resize-featured-image"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/kabaddiarena.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2648","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/kabaddiarena.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/kabaddiarena.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kabaddiarena.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kabaddiarena.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2648"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/kabaddiarena.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2648\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2806,"href":"https:\/\/kabaddiarena.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2648\/revisions\/2806"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kabaddiarena.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2649"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/kabaddiarena.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2648"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kabaddiarena.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2648"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kabaddiarena.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2648"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}