The idea of starting a professional Kabaddi league in India was first proposed by Charu Sharma, a well-known sports commentator and entrepreneur. He collaborated with Anand Mahindra, the chairman of the Mahindra Group, and launched the league under the umbrella of the International Kabaddi Federation (IKF) and the Asian Kabaddi Federation (AKF).
The first season of the league was held in July 2014 and featured eight teams representing different cities in India. The teams were auctioned off to the highest bidders, and each team had a mix of Indian and international players. The league format involved a round-robin stage, followed by knockout matches, with the top four teams advancing to the semifinals.
The first season of the PKL was a huge success, drawing in large crowds and generating high viewership ratings on television. The league continued to grow in popularity in subsequent years, with more teams being added and more players from around the world joining the league.
In 2017, the league introduced a new format that included four new teams, bringing the total number of teams to 12. The league also introduced a new format for the playoffs, with the top six teams qualifying for the knockout stages.
Since its inception, the PKL has been instrumental in popularizing the sport of Kabaddi in India and around the world. The league has helped to raise the profile of the sport and has provided a platform for young players to showcase their talent and make a career in the sport.
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