Mumbai: GMR Sports-owned UP Yoddhas launched their official jersey for the upcoming Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 12 at an event in partnership with their Principal Sponsor Hero FinCorp in Mumbai recently.
The new kit signifies the UP Yoddhas’ indomitable spirit, drawing from GMR Sports’ signature colours of blue and red, infused with an arrow-inspired design — a symbol of precision, focus, and unstoppable forward momentum. Every detail reflects the team’s resilient ideology, with vibrant hues capturing the energy and determination that define them on the mat.
By associating with Hero FinCorp as Principal Sponsor, the Yoddhas take a step forward in their journey to reach wider audiences and deepen fan engagement. Hero FinCorp’s ethos aligns seamlessly with the Yoddhas’ drive for excellence, which makes the partnership a natural fit.
Satyam Trivedi, CEO GMR Sports, said, “We are delighted to welcome Hero FinCorp as our Principal Sponsor. We share a mutual vision and energy which align with our aspirations for the upcoming seasons. Together, we aim to give our fans many moments to cheer for both on and off the mat.”
“We are excited to unveil the UP Yoddhas’ jersey for PKL Season 12, a design that encapsulates our team’s precision, focus, resilience and drive to win, which also inspires this year’s theme of the jersey,” he added.
Priya Kashyap, Chief of Staff, Hero FinCorp, said, “This association with UP Yoddhas as Principal Sponsor is an extension of our shared values and vision. Kabaddi represents grit and teamwork; values that resonate with us at Hero FinCorp. Our partnership with the Yoddhas is not just about supporting a team, but also about celebrating a sport that embodies Bharat’s spirit. As Bharat ka digital lender this association represents our commitment to the nation’s progress. We look forward to an exciting season.”
UP Yoddhas players will don the new kit when they begin their Season 12 campaign on August 30 against Telugu Titans at the Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium in Vizag. With a refreshed unit, a renewed identity, and robust partnerships, UP Yoddhas are ready to make their mark in PKL Season 12, both stylistically and through performances as well.
UP Yoddhas squad for PKL 12:
Raiders: Surender Gill, Bhavani Rajput, Guman Singh, Gagan Gowda, Shivam Chaudhary, Dong Geon Lee, Pranay Rane, Jatin Singh, Keshav Kumar.
Defenders: Sumit Sangwan (c), Ashu Singh (vc), Sahul Kumar, Mahender Singh, Mohammadreza Kaboudrahangi, Hitesh Kadian, Gangaram, Jayesh Mahajan, Sachin Manipal, Ronak Nain.