Kabaddi World Cup 2025: Players To Keep An Eye On
by Devesh Jaganath | by Devesh Jaganath
Pardeep Narwal (Raider) - India
Pardeep Narwal played a key role in bringing Kabaddi to Indian television, with his electrifying moves becoming a major draw for fans in the early years of the Pro Kabaddi League. He made his debut in Season 2 with the Bengaluru Bulls, but it was his move to the Patna Pirates in Season 3 that truly unleashed his lethal instinct. Over the course of 10 seasons in the PKL, Narwal has accumulated an incredible 1,801 points, leading the chart by a wide margin, and earned both the Most Valuable Player and Best Raider awards in a single season, making him the only player to achieve this remarkable feat.
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Muhammad Arshad (All-Rounder) - Pakistan
Born on May 15, 1979, Muhammad Arshad is a renowned Pakistani Kabaddi player, celebrated for his exceptional skills and versatility on the field. A member of the Pakistan national team, he helped his nation secure a bronze medal at the 2010 Asian Games in Guangzhou. Arshad is widely considered the greatest-ever player to hail from Pakistan due to his all-around abilities, and he made his mark on the global stage while representing his country at the previous Kabaddi World Cup.
Naveen Kumar (Raider) - India
Naveen Kumar is one of Kabaddi’s brightest young stars, playing for Dabang Delhi KC in the Pro Kabaddi League, and he made history as the first player born in the 2000s to debut in the PKL back in 2016. In Season 7, Kumar amassed an incredible 303 points in 22 games and helped the team win the title in Season 8. Known as the poster boy for the New Young Players, Kumar has gained widespread recognition both on and off the field, becoming a sensation on social media and online betting sites like 10CRIC.
Sagar Doddaia (Defender) - England
Sagar Doddaia hails from Bedford and is the vice-captain of the England Kabaddi team. A key figure for the Birmingham Bulls over the years, Sagar excels as both a defender and tactician, helping guide England through several international competitions by organising defensive strategies and setting the tone for the team’s growth and achievements in the global Kabaddi arena. He won gold medals at the British Nationals 2022 and British Kabaddi League (Season 2) while notching silver at the 2023 European Kabaddi Championship.
Vinay Tevathia (Raider) - India
Vinay Tevathia’s journey from Kair Village in Najafgarh to becoming a prominent name in the Pro Kabaddi League is nothing short of awe-inspiring. He made his debut in Season 7 as a New Young Player for the Haryana Steelers, scoring 125 raid points in 23 games and helping his team secure a spot in the playoffs. In the following season, Tevathia raised his game to new heights, amassing 163 raid points in 23 matches and led the Steelers to their best-ever finish as runners-up. With his consistent performances and growth, he has emerged as one of the sport’s brightest talents, poised to make a major impact in the 2025 World Cup.
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