As the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 12 auction approaches on May 31 and June 1, U Mumba’s captain Sunil Kumar is preparing for what he believes will be one of the most competitive bidding wars
U Mumba’s resurgence in Season 11 was nothing short of spectacular. The franchise secured their first playoff berth since 2019, winning 12 games – their most since Season 7. The U Mumba side’s journey to the latter stages was built on a foundation of experienced leadership and emerging talent, a formula Kumar believes will be crucial in the upcoming auction.
“If you want to make a good team, then you need both experienced players and young players,” Kumar explained. “Experienced players help the team move forward with their knowledge, while young players bring their passion to play and fitness. When both things work in harmony, the team moves forward.”
As one of PKL’s most successful defenders, Kumar understands the importance of building a robust defensive unit. “If you look at Kabaddi, the team whose defense is strong wins most of the time. To make the defense strong, the management has planned accordingly. I think we’re going to get good corners and covers for Season 12, and we’re going to have a very good defense,” he concluded confidently.
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