Noida, Feb 2 (IANS) Pro Wrestling League (PWL) CEO Akhil Gupta expressed satisfaction following the successful conclusion of the fifth edition of the tournament, revealing that Haryana Thunders’ title-winning captain and Japanese wrestling star Yui Susaki has confirmed her participation for the next season. Susaki, a highly accomplished wrestler, won gold in the women’s 50 kg at Tokyo 2020 Olympics without surrendering a single point. During the Paris 2024 Olympics, she experienced her first…
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Noida, Jan 31 (IANS) Noida witnessed a packed house on Sunday evening as fans filled the Noida Indoor Stadium for the high-octane Pro Wrestling League final between Delhi Dangal Warriors and Haryana Thunders. It was the league’s first final since 2019, marking its return after a long suspension triggered by the Covid-19 pandemic.Despite the absence of several top international wrestlers and familiar Indian stars, the Pro Wrestling League drew strong crowds throughout the tournament, underlinin…
Noida, Jan 31 (IANS) Pro Wrestling League CEO Akhil Gupta thanked the fans for their continued support and mentioned that PWL members are already in a mix and thinking about how to stay engaged after this edition ends on Sunday. The latest season of PWL marked a new chapter for Indian wrestling, as the league returned after a six-year hiatus. Fans eagerly stormed the stadium to watch the exciting matches, and PWL Chairman Dayaan Farooqi mentioned that the organizers have achieved something beyon…
Noida, Jan 30 (IANS) The Pro Wrestling League (PWL) CEO Akhil Gupta said the extended gap since the league’s last edition has heightened interest among fans, reflected in strong crowd turnout at the venues.The PWL 2026 kicked off on January 15, with the grand finale scheduled for February 1, marking the return of the league after six-year hiatus.“It is a matter of great fortune for us that so many people are coming to the gates. There is tremendous interest, and there is a rush for passes at…
New Delhi, Dec 31 (IANS) The organisers of the Pro Wrestling League (PWL) have announced that player auctions will be held on January 3. The league has also revealed the names of the six franchises that will compete in PWL 2026, returning to action after a six-year hiatus.The fifth season of PWL 2026 will run from January 15 to February 1, 2026, and is expected to showcase elite Indian and international talent competing in a fast-paced, high-intensity format.The six franchises set to compete in …
New Delhi, Dec 22 (IANS) The Pro Wrestling League (PWL), sanctioned by the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), unveiled its new official logo ahead of the fifth season, signalling the league’s revival after a seven-year hiatus.The Pro Wrestling League is scheduled to return in January 2026, featuring top Indian and international wrestlers, promising high-intensity competition and a commercially viable framework designed to support the sport’s growth.The newly launched logo is a modern, dyna…