Former champions U Mumba Make Strong Moves Ahead of Pro Kabaddi League Season 10 with Four Young Signings

U Mumba, the prominent name in the world of kabaddi, has reaffirmed its commitment to discovering and nurturing young talent by announcing the addition of four promising players to its roster for the upcoming 10th edition of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL), set to kick off on December 2.

The four young talents—Sombir Goswami, Mukilan Shanmugam, Gokulakannan M, and Bittu Banwala—have emerged as the chosen ones out of numerous aspiring players who participated in rigorous trials held in Mumbai. Their selection underlines their immense potential and versatility in different positions on the kabaddi court.

U Mumba’s signing spree of Sombir Goswami (left corner), Mukilan Shanmugam (left cover), Gokulakannan M (right cover), and Bittu Banwala (right corner) is anticipated to significantly bolster the team’s defensive capabilities. With their skill sets, these youngsters could seamlessly integrate into the starting lineup of numerous PKL franchises.

The selection process for these new additions took place under the watchful eyes of the coaching staff, including Gholamreza Mazandarani, KC Suthar, and Jeeva Kumar. U Mumba’s CEO Suhail Chandhok was also actively involved in the selection process, recognizing the immense pool of young talent that the Yuva Kabaddi Series has been consistently producing.

Commenting on the signings, Chandhok expressed his enthusiasm for the talent pool that the Yuva Kabaddi Series has nurtured. He also noted the team’s emphasis on building a strong defensive unit and praised the acquisition of these four highly skilled young defenders.

U Mumba, having already secured the services of five retained players, is poised to make a formidable comeback in the upcoming season. The team’s combination of experienced players and fresh talents is expected to make them a strong contender for the Pro Kabaddi League Season 10 championship.