Ayan Lochab Becomes Most Expensive Player at KCL Season 2 Auction for ₹17.4 Lakh

Ayan Lochab emerged as the biggest attraction at the Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) Season 2 auction after Jhajjar Jaguars secured his services for ₹17.4 lakh, making him the most expensive player in the auction. Franchises invested heavily in strengthening their squads as preparations gathered pace for the upcoming season.

Bharat Hooda was the second-most expensive acquisition, joining Karnal Kings for ₹16.6 lakh, while Kurukshetra Knights signed Naveen Goyat for ₹15.2 lakh. The bids reflected the franchises' determination to secure experienced and talented players ahead of the competition.

Rakesh Singroha was bought by Faridabad Fighters for ₹11 lakh, followed by Sumit Sangwan, who joined Sonipat Stars for ₹10.2 lakh. Faridabad also acquired India's Asian Games captain Sunil Malik for ₹10 lakh.

Yogesh Dahiya joined Faridabad Fighters for ₹9.2 lakh, while Rohtak Royals secured Neeraj Narwal for ₹8.6 lakh. Sonipat Stars added Mohit Goyat for ₹8.4 lakh and Jaideep Dahiya for ₹8.2 lakh to complete the top 10 most expensive purchases.

Players Express Excitement After Auction

Lochab expressed pride at becoming the auction's costliest player and thanked Jhajjar Jaguars for trusting his abilities. He said he was determined to perform well on the mat and help the franchise achieve its objectives.

Hooda also welcomed his move to Karnal Kings, saying the franchise's confidence had motivated him to work harder. Goyat highlighted the league's role in providing players with a competitive platform, while Singroha expressed his gratitude to Faridabad Fighters for the opportunity.

Sangwan, Malik and Dahiya also spoke about contributing to their respective teams, with Malik emphasising the opportunities emerging through franchise-based kabaddi. Narwal and Mohit Goyat expressed their determination to deliver strong performances, while Jaideep Dahiya said he would focus on improving his game and making the most of every opportunity

The top 10 acquisitions showcased the franchises' efforts to build competitive squads by investing in players across different positions. The auction featured a total player purse of ₹5 crore, with more than 300 players expected to go under the hammer.
The league's central trials also attracted considerable participation. Sonipat recorded 6,400 registrations, while 650 players took part in the Rohtak trials, reflecting the growing interest among aspiring kabaddi players.

With two new franchises joining the competition, KCL Season 2 is set to expand its reach and create additional opportunities for emerging players to showcase their abilities at the franchise level.