Sumit Sangwan to Lead UP Yoddhas in PKL 12, Ashu Singh Named Deputy

UP Yoddhas have retained Sumit Sangwan as captain and appointed Ashu Singh as vice-captain for PKL 2025. Sangwan, with over 300 tackle points in 112 matches, anchors the left corner, while Singh, with 196 tackle points in 110 matches, covers the right. Their PKL 12 campaign starts on August 30 against Telugu Titans.

For the upcoming Pro Kabaddi League Season 12, UP Yoddhas have confirmed Sumit Sangwan as captain and Ashu Singh as vice-captain. The tournament begins on August 29, 2025, with the first leg hosted in Vizag after a six-year gap. UP Yoddhas, one of the top performers in Season 11, have retained most of their squad and chosen to stick with the leadership that brought them success last season.

Sumit Sangwan, a left-corner defender, has been a consistent performer for the franchise, amassing over 300 tackle points in 112 matches, including 24 High 5s. His defensive pairing with Ashu Singh, who plays at right cover, has been instrumental in the team’s success. Ashu has 196 tackle points from 110 matches, including 5 High 5s, and will now take on the vice-captaincy role.

The squad features a strong mix of raiders such as Bhavani Rajput, Surender Gill, Guman Singh, and Dong Geon Lee, alongside notable defenders like Mohammadreza Kaboudrahangi and Mahender Singh. UP Yoddhas will open their campaign on August 30 against Telugu Titans and play their final league game on October 23 against U Mumba. PKL 12 will be hosted across Vizag, Jaipur, Chennai, and Delhi, with Haryana Steelers entering as defending champions.