Disney+ Hotstar plans to offer free live streaming of the Pro- Kabaddi League(PKL) Season 10 for mobile users, building on the massive success of viewership during the Asia Cup 2023 and the ongoing ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023.
Inspired by Jio’s success in offering complimentary live streaming for the FIFA World Cup 2022 and the Indian Premier League 2023, Disney Star has provided free streaming of the Asia Cup and Cricket World Cup, at least for mobile users.
Starting from December 2, 2023, Disney+ Hotstar is ready to showcase the Pro Kabaddi League, the nation’s second most-watched sport after cricket. The tournament will return to the caravan format, with matches played in all 12 teams’ cities.
The 12 teams assembled their squads for the upcoming 10th edition of the Pro Kabaddi league during the two-day auction in Mumbai at Jio World Convention Centre.
The 12 teams are, namely, Bengal Warriors, Bengaluru Bulls, Dabang Delhi, Gujarat Giants, Haryana Steelers, Jaipur Pink Panthers, Patna Pirates, Puneri Paltan, Tamil Thalaivas, Telugu Titans, U Mumba and U.P Yoddhas.
Sajith Sivanandan, Head of Disney+ Hotstar India, remarked, “The dynamics of sports consumption are changing, evident in the overwhelming reception of our complimentary mobile service during the Asia Cup 2023 and ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023. We are delighted to fulfill the demand of our viewers who consistently crave the excitement of sports coupled with the convenience of on-the-move availability”.
“By offering the Pro Kabaddi League to our entire audience on Disney+ Hotstar, our goal is to ensure that Kabaddi is accessible to people of all ages across India, promoting a more robust sense of involvement among fans”, he added.
The forthcoming Pro Kabaddi League season will adopt a 12-city caravan format featuring 12 competing teams. In addition to live streaming, the Star Sports Network will broadcast the matches daily.
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