The Bengaluru Bulls (BGB) are a professional Kabaddi team based in Bengaluru, participating in the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL). Known for their aggressive gameplay and strong raiding unit, they are one of the most successful franchises in PKL history. The Bulls play their home matches at the Kanteerava Indoor Stadium in Bengaluru.
In this article, we dive into everything about the Bulls — from their team introduction, ownership, and players list to their captain, coaching staff, match schedule, past performances, and their 2018 title win.
| Name | Bengaluru Bulls (BGB) |
|---|---|
| Owner | Kosmik Global Media |
| Home Ground | Kanteerava Indoor Stadium, Bengaluru |
| Captain | Saurabh Nandal |
| Coach | Randhir Singh |
| Champions | 1 (2018) |
| Top Raiders | Pardeep Narwal & Ajinkya Pawar |
| Top Defender | Saurabh Nandal |
| Official Website | http://www.bengalurubulls.com/ |
Bengaluru Bulls’ Squad for PKL 2024
Bengaluru Bulls have built a formidable squad for PKL Season 11, focusing on a strong mix of experienced players and emerging talent. During the 2024 PKL Auction, the Bulls strengthened their raiding department by bringing in key players such as Ajinkya Pawar and Pardeep Narwal.
New Purchases in the 2024 Auction
Bengaluru Bulls bought a total of 7 players from the PKL 2024 auction.
- Ajinkya Ashok Pawar (Raider) – INR 1.107 Crore
- Pardeep Narwal (Raider) – INR 70 Lakh
- Hasun Thongkruea (Defender, Right Corner) – INR 13 Lakh
- Pramot Saising (Raider) – INR 13 Lakh
- Nitin Rawal (All-Rounder) – INR 13 Lakh
- Jai Bhagwan (Raider) – INR 63 Lakh
- Jatin (Raider) – INR 13 Lakh
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Retained Players
- Saurabh Nandal (Defender, Right Corner)
- Ponparthiban Subramanian (Defender, Right Cover)
- Sushil (Raider)
- Rohit Kumar (Defender, Left Cover)
- Aditya Shankar Powar (Defender, Left Corner)
- Akshit (Left Raider)
- Arulnanthababu (Defender, Right Corner)
- Parteek (Defender, Left Cover)
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Who is the captain and coach of the Bengaluru Bulls in PKL 11?
The team is led by Saurabh Nandal as captain, while their strategic approach and gameplay are crafted by head coach Randhir Singh.
The experienced Coach Randhir Singh, who has been with the team for several seasons, will look to bring out the best in the players.
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Who is the top raider of the Bengaluru Bulls?
Pardeep Narwal, one of the most successful raiders in PKL history, will be the backbone of the Bulls' raiding department.
Captain: Saurabh Nandal, a vital defender for the Bulls, will lead the team both on and off the mat.
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Bengaluru Bulls' performance and titles won?
The Bengaluru Bulls have had a roller-coaster journey in the PKL. They won their maiden title in Season 6 (2018), defeating Gujarat Fortune Giants in a thrilling final by 38-33. They also finished as runners-up in Season 2 (2015) and have consistently made it to the playoffs in various seasons.
PKL Performance History
| Season | Total Matches | Wins | Ties | Losses | Win % | Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 16 | 8 | 1 | 7 | 56.25% | 3rd |
| Season 2 | 16 | 10 | 0 | 6 | 62.50% | Runners-up |
| Season 3 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 12 | 14.23% | 7th |
| Season 4 | 14 | 5 | 1 | 8 | 42.85% | 6th |
| Season 5 | 22 | 8 | 3 | 11 | 50.00% | 4th |
| Season 6 | 24 | 15 | 2 | 7 | 62.58% | Champions |
| Season 7 | 24 | 12 | 1 | 11 | 52.50% | 3rd |
| Season 8 | 22 | 11 | 9 | 2 | 54.54% | 5th |
| Season 9 | 22 | 13 | 8 | 1 | 59.09% | 3rd |
| Season 10 | 22 | 8 | 2 | 12 | 36.36% | 8th |
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Bengaluru Bulls PKL 2024 Match Schedule
Here’s the upcoming match schedule for Bengaluru Bulls in PKL Season 11:
| Date | Time | Match |
|---|---|---|
| Fri, 18 Oct | 8:00 PM | Telugu Titans vs Bengaluru Bulls |
| Sun, 20 Oct | 9:00 PM | Gujarat Giants vs Bengaluru Bulls |
| Tue, 22 Oct | 9:00 PM | UP Yoddhas vs Bengaluru Bulls |
| Fri, 25 Oct | 9:00 PM | Bengaluru Bulls vs Puneri Paltan |
| Tue, 29 Oct | 9:00 PM | Bengaluru Bulls vs Dabang Delhi |
| Sat, 2 Nov | 9:00 PM | Bengaluru Bulls vs Telugu Titans |
| Mon, 4 Nov | 9:00 PM | Bengaluru Bulls vs Tamil Thalaivas |
| Sat, 9 Nov | 9:00 PM | Bengaluru Bulls vs Bengal Warriors |
| Tue, 12 Nov | 8:00 PM | Bengaluru Bulls vs Jaipur Pink Panthers |
| Sat, 16 Nov | 9:00 PM | Dabang Delhi vs Bengaluru Bulls |
| Mon, 18 Nov | 9:00 PM | Bengaluru Bulls vs U Mumba |
| Tue, 19 Nov | 9:00 PM | Bengaluru Bulls vs Patna Pirates |
| Thu, 21 Nov | 9:00 PM | Bengaluru Bulls vs Haryana Steelers |
| Mon, 25 Nov | 9:00 PM | U Mumba vs Bengaluru Bulls |
| Sat, 30 Nov | 8:00 PM | Patna Pirates vs Bengaluru Bulls |
| Tue, 3 Dec | 8:00 PM | Bengaluru Bulls vs Gujarat Giants |
| Tue, 10 Dec | 9:00 PM | Bengal Warriors vs Bengaluru Bulls |
| Wed, 11 Dec | 8:00 PM | Haryana Steelers vs Bengaluru Bulls |
| Fri, 13 Dec | 9:00 PM | Puneri Paltan vs Bengaluru Bulls |
| Tue, 17 Dec | 9:00 PM | Jaipur Pink Panthers vs Bengaluru Bulls |
| Sun, 22 Dec | 8:00 PM | Tamil Thalaivas vs Bengaluru Bulls |
| Tue, 24 Dec | 8:00 PM | Bengaluru Bulls vs UP Yoddhas |
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Who owns Bengaluru Bulls?
The Bengaluru Bulls kabaddi team is owned by Kosmik Global Media, which has been instrumental in shaping the team’s competitive spirit over the years. ‘Kirthi Muralikrishnan‘ is the CEO of Bengaluru Bulls.
With a strong roster and experienced management, Bengaluru Bulls will be hoping to add another title to their name in PKL Season 11.
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