Kurukshetra Knights: KCL's New Franchise Owned by Sanchit Garg of YPG Group

As the Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) enters its second season with renewed ambition, Kurukshetra Knights stands out as one of two brand-new franchises joining the league, alongside Jind Jaguars. Owned by Sanchit Garg of YPG Group, Kurukshetra Knights brings the historic city of Kurukshetra into KCL's growing franchise family, expanding the league to ten teams as it heads into Season 2.

A New City Joins the KCL Family

Kurukshetra Knights' entry into KCL reflects the league's broader strategy of expanding its footprint across Haryana, bringing competitive kabaddi to cities and communities beyond the eight franchises that competed in Season 1 — Bhiwani Bulls, Rohtak Royals, Karnal Kings, Gurugram Gurus, Sonipat Stars, Faridabad Fighters, Panipat Panthers, and Hisar Heroes. With a sporting culture as deeply rooted as Kurukshetra's, the arrival of a dedicated KCL franchise for the city gives local talent a genuine platform to compete at a professional level for the first time.

A Business Group Entering Professional Sport

Sanchit Garg's association with YPG Group brings an established business background into KCL's expanding franchise ecosystem. His decision to bring Kurukshetra Knights into the league arrives at a moment of significant momentum for KCL, following the announcement that nine of the twelve players selected for India's Asian Games 2026 squad emerged from the KCL system. Entering the league at this stage places Kurukshetra Knights in a strong position to benefit from the credibility and visibility KCL has built during its debut season, while also contributing to the next phase of the league's growth.

Expanding the Competitive Landscape

The addition of Kurukshetra Knights, alongside Jind Jaguars, is expected to bring fresh rivalries and new fan bases into KCL, making Season 2 considerably more competitive than the tournament's inaugural edition. For Kurukshetra Knights, this means an opportunity to build a franchise identity from the ground up, drawing on the region's sporting talent as the team prepares to compete against KCL's established sides for the first time.

Building Toward Season 2

As KCL continues preparations for Season 2, Kurukshetra Knights will now begin the process of shaping its squad and identity ahead of the new campaign under Sanchit Garg's ownership. Fans can follow further updates on the franchise's development through the official KCL Blogs section. Stay tuned to the KCL website for further updates.