PKL 2024: Will be great to see Auction being held on Independence Day as a Fauji, says Haryana Steelers' Jaideep Dahiya

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Haryana Steelers defender and Indian Navy's Jaideep Dahiya has said as a Fauji it feels great to see the Pro Kabaddi League Season 11 Player Auction being held on the Indian Independence Day.

Over 500 players will go under hammer in the two-day Player Auction slated to be held in Mumbai from 15-16 August 2024 with the likes of Pardeep Narwal and Pawan Sehrawat expected to attract big bids.

As India prepares to celebrate its 78th Independence Day, Jaideep, the Haryana Steelers joint-captain expressed that he is very excited about the PKL Auction 2024 being scheduled on a special day for our country.

"There is a lot of excitement ahead of the auction. We are looking to add young and dynamic players to our squad and we aim to lift the trophy this season," said Dahiya.

"It will be great to see PKL Auction being held on Independence Day as a Fauji," the Haryana Steeler cover defender, who also works in the Navy as a PT Officer, further added. Kabaddi holds a special place in the hearts of many Indians, symbolizing strength, unity, and national pride.

Reflecting on India's achievements, Dahiya expressed, "We have won gold in the Kabaddi World Cup and Asian Games. The sport has grown by leaps and bounds in the last few years, and the game has changed significantly. It is getting a lot of attention from the audience."

Dahiya's words resonate with the patriotic fervour that grips the nation as it honours its independence and celebrates the sporting spirit that unites its people. "Kabaddi is not just a game; it embodies the resilience and valour of our country," he said.

Talking about the team's preparations, he said, "We have been training hard and rigorously. Once our squad is finalized with new players, our franchise will hold a training camp to ensure we are ready for the Season 11."

The Pro Kabaddi League Season 11 Player Auction will be broadcast live on 15th August, 7:30 PM IST on the Star Sports Network and streamed on Disney+ hotstar.