Speaking exclusively during a Media Day organised by JioStar, the star raider welcomed the innovations as a step forward for kabaddi. \u201cThe tie-breaker rule is really interesting and good for the sport because it gives you a chance to sharpen your skills and play on the frontline,\u201d Pawan said. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cWith this new rule, the team that has five riders on the mat, is performing very well. These rule changes encourage a do-or-die approach rather than settling for a draw. It\u2019s a positive development for PKL, and the public is able to understand them easily.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Looking ahead to the season, Pawan underlined that the Thalaivas\u2019 strategy will be more flexible, with no single player designated as the \"main raider\". Instead, he emphasised a team-first approach where roles change depending on match situations.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cAs a senior player and captain, I have to see which player can perform well in which position,\u201d he explained. \u201cIf I feel Arjun Deshwal can score well raiding against a particular defense, it is my duty to send him in. Everyone has different roles, and Arjun is playing his role well. This season it\u2019s not about one main rider, but about executing based on the team\u2019s needs.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
On a personal note, Pawan insisted that his preparation remains about refining existing skills rather than making drastic changes. \u201cThe Pawan you saw in Season 3 is not the same Pawan playing in Season 12,\u201d he said. \u201cNew players bring fresh skills in practice, and you learn from them. Skills develop automatically - you just have to refine them, and that\u2019s what I am doing.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cAs a senior player and captain, I have to see which player can perform well in which position,\u201d he explained. \u201cIf I feel Arjun Deshwal can score well raiding against a particular defense, it is my duty to send him in. Everyone has different roles, and Arjun is playing his role well. This season it\u2019s not about one main rider, but about executing based on the team\u2019s needs.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
With a balanced squad and renewed confidence in the league\u2019s evolving rules, Pawan and the Tamil Thalaivas are aiming to turn their preparation into a strong PKL campaign.<\/p>\r\n\r\n