UP Yoddhas are dreaming of their first PKL title in the 2025 season. After finishing in the 11th position in the PKL 10, Yoddhas qualified for the playoffs last season by finishing in the third position in the league stage points table, but lost the first Semi-final against Haryana Steelers by 28-25.
UP Yoddhas spent a total of INR 4.970 crore to set up a challenging squad for the PKL 2025, where they included six players from the auction. They secured raider Guman Singh for INR 1.0725 crore, and used FBM (Final Bid Match) cards for Iranian defender Mohammadreza Kaboudrahangi and Indian defender Mahender Singh to secure both for one season.
PKL 2025: UP Yoddhas – Complete Squad
Head Coach: Jasveer Singh
Retained Players
Elite Retained Players
Defenders: Sumit, Sahul Kumar, Ashu Singh
Raiders: Bhavani Rajput, Surender Gill
Retained Young Players
Defender: Hitesh
Raiders: Gagana Gowda HR, Shivam Chaudhary
Existing New Young Players (NYPs)
Defenders: Sachin, Gangaram, Jayesh Vikas Mahajan
Raider: Keshav Kumar
PKL 2025 Auction Signings
Overseas Players
Defender: Mohammadreza Kaboudrahangi (Iran) – INR 20 lakhs (FBM, one season)
Raider: Dong Geon Lee (South Korea) – INR 13.50 lakhs
Category B Domestic Players
Defender: Mahender Singh – INR 20 lakhs (FBM, one season)
Raider: Guman Singh – INR 1.0725 crore
Category C Domestic Players
Raider: Pranay Vinay Rane – INR 13 lakhs
Category D Domestic Players
Defender: Ronak – INR 9 lakhs
New Young Players (NYPs)
Raider: Jatin
PKL 2025: UP Yoddhas – Strengths
For the PKL 2025, UP Yoddhas have retained many of their last season players, as their team bonding is their biggest strength. Apart from the raiders like Bhavani Rajput, Gagan Raju Gowda, Surender Gill, Keshav Kumar, and Shivam Chaudhary, they also have the defenders like left cover Mahender Singh, left corner Mohammadreza Kaboudrahangi and Sumit Sangwan, right cover Ashu Singh, and right corner Hitesh and Sahul Kumar.
Also, Yoddhas have added another star raider Guman Singh, who has recorded 559 raid points in his PKL career.
PKL 2025: UP Yoddhas – Weaknesses
UP Yoddhas haven’t any all-rounder options. Meanwhile, a lack of experienced back-up options for the cover position can be another headache for the team.
Final Verdict
The UP Yoddhas PKL 2025 squad looks balanced and playoff-ready with a strong defence and experienced raiders. The addition of Guman Singh makes them a stronger attacking side, but the absence of all-rounders and limited cover depth could be a weakness. If their raiders fire consistently, Yoddhas have the potential to fight for their first-ever PKL title in Season 12.
FAQs on UP Yoddhas PKL 2025 Squad
Q1. Who is the head coach of UP Yoddhas in PKL 2025?
A: Jasveer Singh.
Q2. Who is the most expensive player in UP Yoddhas PKL 2025 squad?
A: Raider Guman Singh, signed for INR 1.0725 crore.
Q3. Which overseas players are part of UP Yoddhas in PKL 2025?
A: Mohammadreza Kaboudrahangi (Iran) and Dong Geon Lee (South Korea).
Q4. Who are the retained raiders for UP Yoddhas in PKL 2025?
A: Surender Gill, Bhavani Rajput, Shivam Chaudhary, and Gagana Gowda HR.
Q5. What is the biggest strength of UP Yoddhas in PKL 2025?
A: Their experienced defensive unit and explosive raiding line-up.
Q6. What is the main weakness of UP Yoddhas in PKL 2025?
A: Lack of all-rounders and backup defenders in cover positions.
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