With the league stage spanning Vizag, Jaipur, Chennai, and New Delhi, PKL\u2019s return to these venues has players and fans brimming with anticipation.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The league\u2019s official Instagram saw a live with raiders Pawan Sehrawat of the Tamil Thalaivas and Telugu Titans' Vijay Malik \u2014 former teammates and now opponents \u2014 as they shared their excitement, insights, and camaraderie ahead of the opening clash.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThis opening match is special for me,\u201d said Pawan Sehrawat, who returns to Tamil Thalaivas after an injury-curtailed stint with the team in season 9. \u201cI couldn\u2019t spend much time on the mat last time. Now I have a chance to finish what I started.\"<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Heaping praise on the new-look Tamil Thalaivas side, he said, \"The team is well-balanced, with experienced names like Arjun Deshwal, Narendra Kandola, as well as young stars in Nitesh Kumar. We're ready.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The match holds added emotion for Sehrawat, having spent the last two seasons with Telugu Titans. \u201cPlaying against my former team in front of their home fans in Vizag \u2014 it\u2019s going to be intense. But I know I\u2019ll also get some love from the Titans supporters,\u201d he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Vijay Malik, now leading the raiding charge for the Titans, is equally upbeat. \u201cStarting the season at home is a big boost. The Telugu Titans fans are among the most passionate in the league. The energy they bring gives us that extra edge,\u201d he said. \u201cWe\u2019ve got a strong unit and a great mix this season. The goal is clear \u2014 we\u2019re going for the trophy.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The banter between the two raiders was lighthearted but laced with competitive fire. \u201cThis season is going to be aggressive\u2014 on both sides,\u201d said Sehrawat. \u201cThe opening game will set the tone. It\u2019s a raider\u2019s league now, and fans are in for a treat.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
With Chennai and Vizag among the host cities, both Thalaivas and Titans will get the opportunity to play in front of their home fans. For Pawan, who missed that experience in Season 9, it\u2019s a long-awaited moment. \u201cThe support in Chennai is something else. I\u2019m looking forward to giving them something to cheer about.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
As for the Titans, Vijay believes this season marks a new beginning. \u201cLeadership is about responsibility, yes, but it\u2019s also about unity. Whether senior or junior, our team is one tight unit. We support each other on and off the mat.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
With Chennai and Vizag among the host cities, both Thalaivas and Titans will get the opportunity to play in front of their home fans. For Pawan, who missed that experience in Season 9, it\u2019s a long-awaited moment. \u201cThe support in Chennai is something else. I\u2019m looking forward to giving them something to cheer about.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
As the friendly banter came to a close, Pawan and Vijay said in unison, \u201cThis time, the raiders will attack.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n