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GMR Sports CEO Satyam Trivedi – “We aim to create heroes every year at UP Yoddhas, and hope to create more this season”
Head Coach Jasveer Singh – “We’ve built a squad that balances experience with exciting new talent”
Lucknow, August 21: GMR Sports-owned UP Yoddhas unveiled their new jersey ahead of the upcoming Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 in a jersey reveal event in Lucknow, today.
The Yoddhas reiterated their philosophy of aligning with the larger principles of GMR Sports, that is, harnessing talent, promoting youth, and developing teams with a vision for sustainable excellence; attested by the appointments of Sumit Sangwan as captain and Ashu Singh as vice-captain, two players who have been with the franchise since Season 7.
Mr. Satyam Trivedi, CEO GMR Sports said, “Our philosophy has always been about consistency and positive energy in the team environment. We believe in providing opportunities to young talent, and building squads with a long-term vision. As UP Yoddhas step into the new season, we will continue to carry that positive mindset and our unwavering commitment forward.”
Head Coach Jasveer Singh said, “We have built a squad that balances experience with exciting new talent. The focus has been on giving our young players the confidence to play with freedom, while the senior members provide guidance and stability. We are preparing well and are confident of a strong season ahead.”
Newly appointed captain and star defender Sumit Sangwan added, “It is an honour to lead UP Yoddhas in Season 12. The team has shown immense faith in me, and I want to repay that by delivering strong performances on the mat. We have a tight-knit group, and with the support of our fans, we are determined to make this season memorable.
The Yoddhas have retained 13 players from last season, keeping the core group intact while adding exciting signings from the auction to strengthen their squad in key positions. Ashu Singh will be Sumit’s trusted lieutenant and his deputy, with the duo expected to fortify their setup on the mat throughout the coming campaign.
Six players have also been promoted from Yuva Yoddhas, the franchise’s developmental side that trains at the UP Yoddhas Academy, which is a state-of-the-art facility designed to roll out world-class training. The academy continues to groom elite athletes while training and promoting budding kabaddi talent from across Uttar Pradesh, highlighting the franchise’s long-term vision for the sport.
UP Yoddhas play their season opener against the Telugu Titans at the Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium in Vizag on August
30, Saturday.
