Pro Kabaddi League Mourns Loss of Vedant Devadiga and Balabharati

The Pro Kabaddi League is in shock as Jaipur Pink Panthers assistant manager Vedant Devadiga, 23, and U Mumba defender Balabharati, 20, tragically passed away during Diwali. Balabharati, born in Pondicherry, played 33 matches scoring 55 points. Both teams paid heartfelt tributes on social media, remembering their dedication and impact on the sport.

For the Pro Kabaddi League, October 21, 2025, brought shocking and tragic news as the league mourned the untimely deaths of two young members. Jaipur Pink Panthers assistant manager Vedant Devadiga, aged just 23, and U Mumba defender Balabharati, aged 20, passed away during the Diwali celebrations, leaving the kabaddi community heartbroken. Balabharati, born in Pondicherry on October 30, 2005, had started training in kabaddi at the age of 15 and quickly made a mark as a right defender.

In his brief career, he played 33 matches and scored 55 points, showing significant promise. Devadiga was praised by Jaipur Pink Panthers for his passion and dedication as part of their team, while U Mumba expressed deep sorrow over Balabharati’s passing, extending condolences to his family, friends, and teammates. Both teams paid tribute through social media, highlighting the impact of these young talents on the league and their respective teams.

Despite the tragic events, Jaipur Pink Panthers and U Mumba were scheduled to play against each other at the Thyagaraj Sports Complex in Delhi later that day. The loss of these young members cast a somber mood over the league, reminding everyone of the fragility of life even amid celebration.