The Pro Kabaddi League will miss a calendar year for the first time since its 2014 inception, excluding the 2020 pandemic period, due to an unresolved media rights agreement.
Broadcaster JioStar reportedly sought a 50% fee reduction from the ₹905 crore agreement that expired after the 2025 season, stalling final terms with league owners Mashal Sports.
Franchise owners and organizers are discussing a return to a shorter 45-day format for future seasons to peak viewership and reduce player injury risks.