Bengaluru, December 20: After a two year hiatus, the Pro Kabaddi League makes it's much-awaited return with PKL season 8, starting from Wednesday (December 22).
COVID-19 pandemic forced the organisers to cancel the event last year, and this year as well the pandemic effect still remains as the Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center in Bengaluru will host the PKL 2021-22 without crowds. The venue will also serve as the residence for all the 12 teams.
The PKL 2021-22 was officially launched with a three-day auction earlier this year in August as build up to the tournament which is set to start with a triple header - Triple Panga.
Former champions Bengaluru Bulls will open the campaign against last season runners up U Mumba, while a southern derby between Tamil Thalaivas and Telugu Titans before reigning champions begin title defence against UP Yoddha.
From the start date, timings and telecast information - Here is all you need to know about PKL 2021-22 (PKL 8):
When is PKL 2021-22 starting?
The new PKL season will start on Wednesday (December 22) with a triple header.
Where is PKL 2021-22 being held?
Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center will host the PKL 2021-22 without crowds.
What time do the PKL 2021-22 matches start?
On triple header days, the first match will start at 7:30 PM IST, while the second and third matches will start at 8:30 PM and 9:30 PM respectively. On other days, two matches will be held with the first starting at 7:30 PM IST and second at 8:30 PM.
Which channel will telecast PKL 2021-22?
Star Sports Network is the official broadcast partner of PKL and the matches will be shown live on Star Sports 2, Star Sports 2 HD, Star Sports First, Star Sports Hindi and Star Sports Hindi HD.
How to stream PKL 2021-22?
Live streaming of PKL will be available on Disney+HotStar.