Bengal Warriorz Acquire Star Raider Devank Dalal: 'Will Do Everything...'

Last Updated:July 01, 2025, 16:35 IST

The Bengal Warriorz are preparing for Season 12 of the Pro Kabaddi League with new talent, including top auction pick Devank Dalal, who is confident and motivated for success.

Devank Dalal (C) became the most expensive Indian Kabbadi pro. (IANS)

The Bengal Warriorz have begun preparing for what promises to be an exhilarating season of the Pro Kabaddi League. Season 12 of the PKL will see the Bengal Warriorz, champions of Season 7, showcasing fresh talent with new faces and a renewed determination in their quest for glory.

The Bengal Warriorz made a significant statement at the PKL Player Auction by acquiring the highly talented raider Devank Dalal. The young raider, purchased for Rs 2.205 crore, was the most expensive Indian player at the auction. However, this does not faze him at all.

“I am feeling very good that the Bengal Warriorz & Capri Sports have placed so much faith in me at the auction. I feel happy and nice about the fact that I got the top bid amongst the Indian players in the PKL auction.

The Bengal Warriorz team is a new team, and hence this season will be a fresh start. The Bengal Warriorz team will do everything to have a successful season," said Devank Dalal.

Season 11 was a breakthrough year for the dynamic Devank Dalal, as he dazzled with his fast and agile raiding. Devank finished the season with 301 points, including 18 Super 10s, making him the most impressive raider of the season. Earlier in the year, he was crowned the ‘Best Player’ in the 71st Senior National Men’s Kabaddi Championship. Looking ahead to PKL Season 12, Devank believes there is no pressure.

“Last year, I was unsure how the season would play out. But eventually, it worked out well. Now I know that I will play for sure, and there is a responsibility on my shoulders, but I am confident about doing well. I don’t see this as pressure. I see it as my responsibility towards my team, the Bengal Warriorz fans, and I enjoy fulfilling my responsibilities in my own way," he added.

When asked about the team’s bonding in the pre-season since the auction, Devank said, “The team is a healthy mix of youth and experience. We are constantly speaking with each other, the players, coaches, and even the management. And it has been quite enjoyable so far, which is good for the team."

For Devank, this is a significant moment in his career. There was a time when a head injury almost brought his career to a halt. However, the Army man, who led his team to the final of the PKL last season, is grateful for the change of fortune in his life.

“I am grateful for where I am now and I feel very good. In Kabaddi, there will be tough times, but I never thought of walking away from the sport. I always felt we should face the challenges and work hard in training, and not take too much pressure during tough times. With God’s blessings, I just continued to practise hard and I am glad it worked out," the raider said.

Before signing off, Devank had a message for the Bengal Warriorz fans and the people of Bengal. “I request the fans of Bengal Warriorz to keep supporting and cheering for us, and would like to request all the Kabaddi fans to watch us and support us. The fans’ support and love really motivate us as a team."

With IANS Inputs

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