India's indigenous contact sport, industrialised by the Pro Kabaddi League into the country's clear #2 televised sports property.
Popularity in India
PKL turned a rural playground staple into prime-time entertainment with city franchises and auction economics modelled on the IPL.
Regional notes
Haryana, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu and Telangana supply both talent and audiences; the circle style thrives in Punjab.
Main tournaments
- Pro Kabaddi League (PKL)
- Kabaddi World Cup
- Asian Games kabaddi
Typical betting market types
- Match winner
- Total points
- Raider performance markets