One of the strong Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) teams, Bengaluru Bulls, are ready for the 11th season of the PKL. The Bengaluru-based team is one of the eight teams that has been playing since PKL's inaugural edition.
The Bengaluru Bulls have won one PKL trophy. During the sixth PKL season (2018/19), the Bulls won their first PKL trophy after beating the Gujarat Giants in the final.
The Bengaluru Bulls have played in two PKL finals. During the second PKL season (2015), the Bulls played their first PKL final, where they lost against U Mumba.
After winning the PKL 6 trophy, the Bulls qualified for the eliminators for three successive seasons. However, in the last PKL season, the Bulls’ top-six finishing streak was broken after they finished in eighth place.
Bengaluru Bulls Squad 2024 Players List
The Bulls have put together an excellent squad for the upcoming season. With a mix of experienced players and fresh talent, they will aim for nothing less than the trophy. In the table below, find out the Bengaluru Bulls complete list of players for PKL 2024.
Player Name | Role | New/Retained |
Sushil | Raider | Retained |
Akshit | Raider | Retained |
Manjeet | Raider | Retained |
Pankaj | Raider | New |
Ajinkya Pawar | Raider | New |
Pardeep Narwal | Raider | New |
Pramot Saising | Raider | New |
Jai Bhagwan | Raider | New |
Jatin | Raider | New |
Ponparthiban Subramanian | Defender | Retained |
Saurabh Nandal | Defender | Retained |
Aditya Shankar Powar | Defender | Retained |
Lucky Kumar | Defender | Retained |
Parteek | Defender | Retained |
Arulnanthababu | Defender | Retained |
Rohit Kumar | Defender | Retained |
Hasun Thongkruea | Defender | Retained |
Chandranaik M | All-Rounder | Retained |
Nitin Rawal | All-Rounder | New |
Bengaluru Bulls New Signings in PKL 2024 Auction
The Begaluru Bulls have made some smart additions to their squad through the PKL 2024 auction, bringing in several high-profile players, especially in the raiding department. They have signed 7 new players. In the table below we have summed up all of them with position and price.
Player Name | Position | Auction Price |
Ajinkya Ashok Pawar | Raider | 1.1075 Crore |
Pardeep Narwal | Raider | 70 Lakh |
Jai Bhagwan | Raider | 63 Lakh |
Pramot Saising | Raider | 13 Lakh |
Nitin Rawal | All-Rounder | 13 Lakh |
Jatin | Raider | 13 Lakh |
Hasun Thongkruea | Defender Right Corner | 13 Lakh |
They have acquired experienced players like Pardeep Narwal and Ajinkya Pawar (known for their exceptional raiding abilities) will boost their attacking strength in the upcoming season.
Bengaluru Bulls Status After 2024 Auction
After the PKL 2024 auction, here’s where the Bengaluru Bulls stand:
Category | Details |
Total Spent | 4.94 Cr |
Remaining Purse | 5.962 Lakh |
Raiders | 9 |
Defenders | 8 |
All Rounders | 2 |
Remaining FBM (Final Bid Match) | 3 |
Expectations for the Upcoming Season
Their key signings, along with a retained core of experienced players, make them one of the top contenders for the upcoming season. With stars like Ajinkya Pawar, Pardeep Narwal, and Saurabh Nandal, the team has the potential to dominate in both the departments.
Can the Bulls reclaim the PKL glory and lift the trophy for the second time? All eyes will be on them as they begin their campaign in Season 11.
