The Pro Kabaddi League has produced some outstanding raiders and defenders, but the most valuable players are often those who are good at both. All-rounders give teams an extra option because they can score points through raids and stop opponents with important tackles.
Over the years, several players have made a huge impact in both areas. From Manjeet Chhillar’s powerful tackles to Deepak Niwas Hooda’s reliable raids, these players have shown why all-rounders can change matches. Here is a look at the best all-rounders in PKL history.
1. Manjeet Chhillar
Manjeet Chhillar is widely considered one of the Greatest PKL all-rounders ever. He played 132 matches and collected 616 total points, including 225 raid points and 391 tackle points.
Chhillar was especially dangerous as a defender. His strong blocks and powerful tackles made him one of the toughest players for raiders to beat. However, he was also capable of contributing important points through raids.
In Season 1, Chhillar won the Best Defender award after scoring 51 tackle points and adding 71 raid points. He later won the Most Valuable Player award in Season 2, showing his importance in both areas.
2. Deepak Niwas Hooda
Deepak Niwas Hooda is one of the most successful attacking all-rounders in PKL history. He played 157 matches and scored an incredible 1,119 total points.
Hooda collected 1,020 raid points along with 99 tackle points. His long reach and running hand touches made him a constant threat against opposition defences.
He started his PKL career with Telugu Titans before becoming a key player for teams such as Puneri Paltan and Jaipur Pink Panthers. His ability to score regularly made him one of the top all-rounders Pro Kabaddi has produced.
3. Sandeep Narwal
Sandeep Narwal was known for his physical strength and ability to contribute in both departments. He played 156 matches and scored 645 total points, with 285 raid points and 360 tackle points.
Narwal began his career with a stronger focus on raiding before gradually becoming a defence first player. His powerful waist holds and strong corner tackles made him an important player for successful teams.
He also became one of the few players to cross 350 tackle points and 250 raid points, proving his value as a balanced player.
4. Mohammadreza Shadloui
Mohammadreza Shadloui Chiyaneh represents the modern generation of best kabaddi all-rounders. The Iranian star has scored more than 450 points in over 90 matches, including more than 100 raid points and over 340 tackle points.
His ankle holds, double thigh holds and powerful tackles have made him a major defensive threat. At the same time, Shadloui can step forward as a raider when his team needs important points.
His ability to contribute in pressure situations has made him one of the most dangerous all-rounders in the league.
5. Meraj Sheykh
Meraj Sheykh was one of the early international stars of the PKL. He played 63 matches and scored 404 points, including 350 raid points and 54 tackle points.
The Iranian player was known for his unpredictable raids, scorpion kicks and frog jumps. He could also produce super tackles when needed.
Sheykh’s performances for Telugu Titans and Dabang Delhi helped show that overseas players could become important match winners in the PKL. Together, these five players represent some of the finest all-round talent the league has seen.
