The Instagram Live \u2014 part of a special Thursday series running every week until the season starts \u2014 gave fans a glimpse of the competitive fire and mutual respect between the two players. \u201cWe\u2019ve shared the same jersey for years \u2014 but this time, we\u2019re coming at each other with everything we\u2019ve got,\u201d said Akash, who moved from Puneri Paltan to Bengaluru Bulls this season. \u201cWe\u2019ve got a young team, a strong coach, and a hunger to prove ourselves.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Puneri Paltan captain Aslam Inamdar, returning from injury, is equally fired up. \u201cI\u2019ve waited a long time to get back on the mat. The opening match is special \u2014 it\u2019s against Akash, in a new city, with thousands of Kabaddi fans watching. The energy is going to be unreal.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Akash also revealed he\u2019s as excited to raid against his former team as he is to take on top players like Mohammadreza Shadloui. \u201cWhether it\u2019s Puneri or Shadloui, I enjoy the competition. If they show aggression, I\u2019ll find a way past them. If I show aggression, they\u2019ll try to catch me \u2014 that\u2019s the thrill of Kabaddi,\u201d he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Both raiders stressed mutual respect and fierce competitiveness. \u201cFriendship lasts off the mat. But on the mat, we\u2019re warriors. Fans should be ready for a proper clash,\u201d Aslam said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Akash also revealed he\u2019s as excited to raid against his former team as he is to take on top players like Mohammadreza Shadloui. \u201cWhether it\u2019s Puneri or Shadloui, I enjoy the competition. If they show aggression, I\u2019ll find a way past them. If I show aggression, they\u2019ll try to catch me \u2014 that\u2019s the thrill of Kabaddi,\u201d he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Their message to fans was loud and clear: \u201cThis season, ghuskar raid karenge. Aggression, energy and entertainment are guaranteed.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n