PKL 2025: Pawan Sehrawat to captain Tamil Thalaivas; Arjun Deshwal named vice-captain
Tamil Thalaivas has announced Pawan Sehrawat as the captain for the upcoming Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 12 season while Arjun Deshwal has been named as the side’s vice-captain.
Pawan became the most expensive player in PKL when Tamil Thalaivas signed him for Rs. 2.26 crore in Season 9. Representing the Reserve Bank of India, he has also brought pride to the nation, winning the gold medal at the 2019 South Asian Games and the 2023 Asian Kabaddi Championship.
Joining him in leadership is Arjun, a decorated raider who currently serves as a DSP in the Uttar Pradesh State police force. His stellar career includes winning the gold medal with the Indian national team at the 2022 Asian Games in Hangzhou, China.
Speaking about the leadership duo, head coach Sanjeev Balyan said, “Pawan is a proven leader and one of the most feared players in the league. His ability to handle pressure, inspire his teammates, and deliver in crucial moments makes him the ideal captain to lead Tamil Thalaivas this season.”
“I’ve had the privilege of working with Arjun when he captained Jaipur Pink Panthers, and I know firsthand the dedication, discipline, and composure he brings to the game. He is a natural leader on and off the mat, and together with Pawan, they form a formidable leadership core,” the coach added.
Last season, the Thalaivas finished ninth on the points table, winning only eight matches out of the 22 fixtures, and failed to make the playoffs.