After 108 action-packed league games, the PKL Season 12 playoffs are here. Eight teams, one trophy and one week of high-stakes drama in Delhi.
The grand stage of Kabaddi is set in the capital as the PKL Season 12 Playoffs kick off on October 25, 2025, at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium, Delhi. After a gripping league phase across four cities, eight teams have emerged as contenders for the coveted PKL crown.
With the competition entering its most crucial phase, fans can expect a week of intense battles, unpredictable twists, and non-stop Kabaddi action as the road to glory unfolds.
This season’s revamped playoff format has made the journey even more challenging and exciting. The top eight teams Puneri Paltan, Dabang Delhi K.C., Bengaluru Bulls, Telugu Titans, Haryana Steelers, U Mumba, Patna Pirates, and Jaipur Pink Panthers have qualified, while UP Yoddhas, Tamil Thalaivas, Gujarat Giants, and Bengal Warriorz bow out after failing to make the cut.
Play-In Matches – October 25, 2025 (Saturday)
The playoffs begin with two knockout clashes where there will be no second chance. The Haryana Steelers (5th) take on the Jaipur Pink Panthers (8th) in the first Play-In match, while the U Mumba (6th) face Patna Pirates (7th) in the second.
The stakes are high — win, and stay alive; lose, and the season ends right there. The winners from these two matches will progress to Eliminator 1.
Eliminator 1 – October 26, 2025 (Sunday)
The two victorious teams from the Play-Ins will meet in Eliminator 1, another do-or-die contest. The winner advances further in the playoffs, while the loser is eliminated. Every raid and tackle here could decide who continues the dream run toward the title.
Mini-Qualifier – October 26, 2025 (Sunday)
The third and fourth-placed teams Bengaluru Bulls (3rd) and Telugu Titans (4th) face off in the Mini-Qualifier. The winner of this clash earns a direct ticket to Eliminator 3, moving closer to the title race, while the loser will still have a lifeline through Eliminator 2.
Eliminator 2 – October 27, 2025 (Monday)
The winner of Eliminator 1 will face the loser of the Mini-Qualifier in Eliminator 2. The stakes rise higher here — victory means survival and a step closer to the grand stage, while defeat ends the campaign.
Qualifier 1 – October 27, 2025 (Monday)
The league’s two best teams, Puneri Paltan (1st) and Dabang Delhi K.C. (2nd), will go head-to-head in Qualifier 1. The winner of this much-awaited clash will march straight into the Final, while the loser gets one more opportunity in Qualifier 2. This match could easily set the tone for the rest of the playoffs, featuring two sides that dominated the league stage with 13 wins each.
Eliminator 3 – October 28, 2025 (Tuesday)
The winner of Eliminator 2 will meet the winner of the Mini-Qualifier in Eliminator 3. The match will decide which team continues its fairy-tale journey to challenge the loser of Qualifier 1 in the next stage.
Qualifier 2 – October 29, 2025 (Wednesday)
The loser of Qualifier 1 either Puneri Paltan or Dabang Delhi will face the winner of Eliminator 3 in Qualifier 2. This is the final opportunity for teams to book their place in the ultimate showdown. The winner will advance to the PKL 12 Final.
The Grand Finale – October 31, 2025 (Friday)
It all culminates on October 31, when the winners of Qualifier 1 and Qualifier 2 will clash in the PKL Season 12 Final. After a season filled with close contests and dramatic comebacks, kabaddi’s finest teams will battle for the ultimate crown.
The Puneri Paltan and Dabang Delhi start as favorites, thanks to their league-stage dominance and tactical balance. However, with the likes of Bengaluru Bulls, Telugu Titans, Haryana Steelers, and even the resurgent Patna Pirates in contention, the road to the title will be anything but predictable.
