The 2024 edition of the Pro Kabaddi League began on October 18, with 12 teams competing for the prestigious title. Over the years, seven teams have claimed the Pro Kabaddi championship, while some, like the Patna Pirates and Jaipur Pink Panthers, have consistently been dominant forces in the league.
Patna Pirates lead the pack with three PKL titles, and Jaipur Pink Panthers follow closely with two championships. Other teams like U Mumba, Bengaluru Bulls, Bengal Warriors, Dabang Delhi, and Puneri Paltan have also tasted success once each.
Let’s take a deep dive into the winners of each season and how they achieved their titles. This comprehensive list includes each season's champion and runner-up.
Who won PKL Season 10?
In the last edition of the Pro Kabaddi League, Puneri Paltan clinched their maiden title in Season 10 (2023-2024). The team defeated the Haryana Steelers in a closely contested final, emerging victorious with a scoreline of 28-25.
This marked Puneri Paltan's first-ever Pro Kabaddi championship, further solidifying their position among the league's elite teams.
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Pro Kabaddi League Champions from 2014-2024
Here’s a detailed look at the winners of each season since the league began:
| Season | Year | Winner | Runner-up | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 2014 | Jaipur Pink Panthers | U Mumba | 35–24 |
| Season 2 | 2015 | U Mumba | Bengaluru Bulls | 36–30 |
| Season 3 | 2016 | Patna Pirates | U Mumba | 31–28 |
| Season 4 | 2016 | Patna Pirates | Jaipur Pink Panthers | 37–29 |
| Season 5 | 2017 | Patna Pirates | Gujarat Fortune Giants | 55–38 |
| Season 6 | 2018 | Bengaluru Bulls | Gujarat Fortune Giants | 38–33 |
| Season 7 | 2019 | Bengal Warriors | Dabang Delhi K.C. | 39–34 |
| Season 8 | 2021 | Dabang Delhi K.C. | Patna Pirates | 37–36 |
| Season 9 | 2022 | Jaipur Pink Panthers | Puneri Paltan | 33–29 |
| Season 10 | 2023-24 | Puneri Paltan | Haryana Steelers | 28–25 |
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1. Season 1 (2014): Jaipur Pink Panthers
- Winner: Jaipur Pink Panthers
- Runner-up: U Mumba
- Final Score: 35-24
- Summary: Jaipur Pink Panthers won the inaugural season, defeating U Mumba in the final held in Mumbai.
2. Season 2 (2015): U Mumba
- Winner: U Mumba
- Runner-up: Bengaluru Bulls
- Final Score: 36-30
- Summary: U Mumba clinched their first title, outplaying Bengaluru Bulls in the final.
3. Season 3 (2016): Patna Pirates
- Winner: Patna Pirates
- Runner-up: U Mumba
- Final Score: 31-28
- Summary: Patna Pirates won their first title by narrowly beating U Mumba.
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4. Season 4 (2016): Patna Pirates
- Winner: Patna Pirates
- Runner-up: Jaipur Pink Panthers
- Final Score: 37-29
- Summary: Patna Pirates retained their title by defeating Jaipur Pink Panthers.
5. Season 5 (2017): Patna Pirates
- Winner: Patna Pirates
- Runner-up: Gujarat Fortune Giants
- Final Score: 55-38
- Summary: Patna Pirates became the first team to win three consecutive titles, with Pardeep Narwal's stunning performance leading them to victory.
6. Season 6 (2018): Bengaluru Bulls
- Winner: Bengaluru Bulls
- Runner-up: Gujarat Fortune Giants
- Final Score: 38-33
- Summary: Bengaluru Bulls claimed their first PKL title, powered by Pawan Kumar Sehrawat’s 22 raid points in the final.
7. Season 7 (2019): Bengal Warriors
- Winner: Bengal Warriors
- Runner-up: Dabang Delhi
- Final Score: 39-34
- Summary: Bengal Warriors secured their maiden Pro Kabaddi title, defeating Dabang Delhi in the final.
8. Season 8 (2021): Dabang Delhi
- Winner: Dabang Delhi
- Runner-up: Patna Pirates
- Final Score: 37-36
- Summary: Dabang Delhi lifted their first PKL trophy after a narrow victory against three-time champions Patna Pirates.
9. Season 9 (2022-2023): Jaipur Pink Panthers
- Winner: Jaipur Pink Panthers
- Runner-up: Puneri Paltan
- Final Score: 33-29
- Summary: Jaipur Pink Panthers became the second team to win two PKL titles by defeating Puneri Paltan in the final.
10. Season 10 (2023-2024): Puneri Paltan
- Winner: Puneri Paltan
- Runner-up: Haryana Steelers
- Final Score: 28-25
- Summary: Puneri Paltan finally lifted their first Pro Kabaddi title after defeating Haryana Steelers in a thrilling final.
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Who is the most successful team in PKL history?
Patna Pirates is the most successful team in Pro Kabaddi history, having won the title three times in Seasons 3, 4, and 5.
The inaugural champions, Jaipur Pink Panthers, have won the title twice (Seasons 1 and 9).
U Mumba, Bengaluru Bulls, Bengal Warriors, Dabang Delhi, and Puneri Paltan have all won the title once each. but UP Yoddha, Haryana Steelers, Telugu Titans, and Tamil Thalaivas have not won any titles so far.
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Conclusion
In just a decade, the Pro Kabaddi League has created a lasting legacy, with unforgettable moments and champions emerging from different corners of India. As the league continues to evolve, each season brings a fresh wave of excitement and new champions to cheer for.
The Pro Kabaddi League continues to grow in stature, with each season bringing more excitement, drama, and fierce competition. As we look forward to Season 11 and beyond, Kabaddi fans can expect even more thrilling moments from this incredible sport.