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The sixth edition of Yuva Kabaddi Series Monsoon Edition 2023 kicked off on Sunday, September 24. The tournament is set to run until October 22, with 16 teams fighting for the prestigious title. This highly competitive kabaddi tournament, popularly known as YKS, serves as a platform to identify and nurture promising young kabaddi talents from all corners of the country.

In this ongoing monsoon edition of YKS, fans can anticipate electrifying competition featuring over 300 players. They will represent 16 teams and fight for supremacy in 132 action-packed matches. These 16 dynamic teams include the Aravalli Arrows, Himalayan Tahrs, Sindh Sonics, Kaziranga Rhinos, Hampi Heroes, Chambal Challengers, Maurya Mavericks, Panchala Pride, Tadoba Tigers, Maratha Marvels, Palani Tuskers, Periyar Panthers, Chola Veerans, Murthal Magnets, Vijayanagara Veers, and Nilgiri Knights.

The competition Is designed for six rounds, with the lowest-ranked teams facing elimination at the conclusion of each round. The six rounds encompassed in Yuva Kabaddi Series 2023 are the Challenger Round, Promotion Round, Relegation Round, Survival Round, Booster Round, and Summit Round. It’s worth noting that the Sunday tournament begins with the Challenger Round.

Defending champions Palani Tuskers are favourites to win.

The reigning champions, the Palani Tuskers, are determined to mount a successful defence of their title in this eagerly awaited season. They have a very strong core team with formidable bench strength and are leading contenders for the prestigious trophy. Meanwhile, it’s worth noting that All the Yuva Kabaddi Series Monsoon Edition 2023 will be played at the prestigious Fatima College Indoor Stadium in Madurai.

Teams will earn five or six points for a victory based on the margin of their triumph. A tied match will grant each participating team three points, while a loss typically results in zero points, unless the margin of defeat is minimal, in which case the losing side secures one point for their efforts. As the competition intensifies, the Yuva Kabaddi Series Monsoon Edition promises to showcase the remarkable skill and spirit of India’s emerging Kabaddi stars.