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Sumit Sangwan to lead UP Yoddhas in PKL 12, Ashu Singh named vice-captain

New Delhi/Lucknow Aug 13 (UNI) UP Yoddhas have announced star defender Sumit Sangwan as their captain and Ashu Singh as their Vice captain for the upcoming Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) season 12, as per the press release issued by the GMR Sports.
In a release, they said, “Both Sumit (26) and Ashu (27) began their journeys with UP Yoddhas as New Young Players (NYPs) in Season 7, and have since evolved into pillars of the team’s defensive setup. Their rise from promising debutants to leaders is a testament to GMR Sports’ long-term vision of developing players from within the system, focusing on loyalty, performance, and sustained growth.”
Describing Sumit’s intelligence, the release said, “Sumit Sangwan is known for his agility, timing, and tactical intelligence. He has consistently ranked among the league’s top defenders over the past few seasons. His appointment as captain reflects not only his on-mat excellence but also his ability to inspire and lead from the front.”
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