Haryana Steelers are the defending champions of the PKL 2025, having won their first PKL title last season by beating three-time champions Patna Pirates in the final, 32-23. They reached the final for the first time the previous season (PKL 10), where they narrowly lost the final by 28-25 against Puneri Paltan to finish as the runners-up.
In the PKL 2025 auction, Haryana Steelers secured 10 important players in the squad. Their total squad valuation for this season is INR 4.983 crore. Category B domestic raider Naveen Kumar was their only crore-valued player in that auction (INR 1.20 crore), while they also secured raider Ghanshyam Roka Magar and defender Hardeep, both for two seasons, by using FBM cards.
PKL 2025: Haryana Steelers – Complete Squad
Head Coach: Manpreet Singh
Retained Players
Elite Retained Players
Defender: Rahul Sethpal
Raider: Vinay
Retained Young Players
Defender: Jaideep
Raiders: Vishal Tate, Jaya Soorya NS, Shivam Anil Patare
Existing New Young Players
Defender: Manikandan N
Raider: Vikas Ramadas Jadhav
All-Rounder: Sahil
PKL 2025 Auction Signings
Overseas Players
Raider: Shahan Sha Mohammed – INR 13 lakhs
Raider: Ghanshyam Roka Magar – INR 13 lakhs (FBM – Two seasons)
Category B Domestic Players
Raider: Naveen Kumar – INR 1.20 crore
Category C Domestic Players
Defender: Rahul – INR 30 lakhs
Defender: Hardeep – INR 13 lakhs (FBM – Two seasons)
Raider: Mayank Saini – INR 13 lakhs
All-Rounder: Ashish – INR 15 lakhs
Category D Domestic Players
Defenders: Ritik – INR 9 lakhs, Zubair – INR 9 lakhs, Sachin – INR 9 lakhs
New Young Players
Defender: Ankit
PKL 2025: Haryana Steelers – Strengths
Most of their strong title-winning squad is intact, and it is their biggest strength for the PKL 12. They have the raiders like Vinay, Shivam Anil Patare, and Vishal Tate, who were strong performers last season. Moreover, they have now added the raider Naveen Kumar, who won the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award in the PKL 7 and 8 seasons.
Meanwhile, they have continued the captain Jaideep Dahiya and right corner Rahul Sethpal in their defence.
PKL 2025: Haryana Steelers – Weaknesses
In the PKL 2025, the defending champions will miss the services of Iranian star all-rounder Mohammadreza Shadloui and right cover Sanjay Krishan Dhull. They also don’t have any top experienced names in the left corner, which can be another issue.
Final Verdict
The Haryana Steelers PKL 2025 squad is still one of the most balanced units in the league. With their championship-winning core intact and the addition of Naveen Kumar, they are strong contenders for back-to-back PKL titles. However, their defence without Shadloui will be tested, especially in crucial knockout games.
FAQs on Haryana Steelers PKL 2025 Squad
Q1. Who is the head coach of Haryana Steelers in PKL 2025?
A: Manpreet Singh is the head coach.
Q2. Who is the most expensive player for Haryana Steelers in PKL 2025?
A: Raider Naveen Kumar, signed for INR 1.20 crore.
Q3. Which overseas players are part of Haryana Steelers in PKL 2025?
A: Shahan Sha Mohammed and Ghanshyam Roka Magar.
Q4. What is Haryana Steelers’ biggest strength in PKL 2025?
A: A strong raiding unit with Naveen Kumar, Vinay, Vishal Tate, and Shivam Anil Patare, along with a retained defensive core.
Q5. What is the major weakness of Haryana Steelers in PKL 2025?
A: Lack of experienced defenders in the left corner and the absence of Mohammadreza Shadloui.
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