Nitesh Kumar is an experienced Indian defender in the Pro Kabaddi League, recognised for his tackling ability and consistent performances on the mat. He built his reputation during six seasons with UP Yoddhas before joining Bengal Warriorz. His career record includes 422 tackle points and 29 High 5s across 161 PKL appearances. Born on 12 August 1997, Nitesh made his PKL debut in Season 5 and became one of the league’s leading defenders. His biggest individual achievement came in Season 6, when he became the first player in PKL history to score 100 tackle points in a single season. Here is a closer look at his profile, career statistics, teams,…

Bharat Hooda, also known as Bharat Naresh, is an Indian kabaddi player who has established himself as one of the prominent all rounders in the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL). Born in Kiloi Khas, Rohtak, Haryana, he progressed from local kabaddi competitions to the professional level through his raiding ability and contributions in defence. His career has included three PKL teams: Bengaluru Bulls, UP Yoddhas and Telugu Titans. His breakthrough came in Season 9, when he scored 282 points for Bengaluru Bulls. By the end of Season 12, he had recorded 883 points in 108 matches across five seasons, including an impressive 247 point campaign with Telugu Titans in 2025. Who…