One of the heartwarming stories of the season was the resurgence of the Puneri Paltan. Historically a team that often struggled in the latter stages, they reached their first-ever PKL final.
The final was a tactical masterclass between two of the season’s most consistent sides. , led by captain Sunil Kumar , displayed exceptional defensive discipline. Despite a valiant effort from the Fazel Atrachali-led Puneri Paltan , Jaipur held their nerve to win 33-29, becoming only the second team after Patna Pirates to win multiple PKL trophies. Season 9 Individual Standouts pkl season 9 highlights
Season 9 was defined by individual brilliance, with several players shattering records and reaching new career milestones. Key Statistic Arjun Deshwal Jaipur Pink Panthers 296 Raid Points Best Defender Jaipur Pink Panthers 89 Tackle Points Most Super 10s Arjun Deshwal Jaipur Pink Panthers 17 Super 10s Most High 5s Jaipur Pink Panthers One of the heartwarming stories of the season
(Patna Pirates) scored a record-breaking in a single match against Dabang Delhi K.C., featuring 8 Super Tackles. Pardeep Narwal , led by captain Sunil Kumar , displayed
The was a landmark edition that concluded with the Jaipur Pink Panthers securing their second title by defeating Puneri Paltan 33-29 in a high-octane final . Spanning from October 7 to December 17, 2022, the season featured 137 matches held across Bengaluru, Pune, Hyderabad, and Mumbai. The Grand Finale: Jaipur Pink Panthers vs. Puneri Paltan
PKL Season 9 will be defined by the . They proved that a balanced team—combining a solid defensive unit with dual raiding threats—is the winning formula in Kabaddi. It was a season where established stars like Naveen Kumar shone bright, but the team that played as a cohesive unit lifted the trophy.