Kabaddi Rising Stars Pro League
Fueled by Passion, Forged in Pro Competition
About KRSPL 2026
The Kabaddi Rising Stars Pro League (KRSPL), based in Brampton, Canada, is the premier professional tier of Kabaddi PanAm's development pathway for North & Pan America, evolving from the Kabaddi Rising Star League (KRSL) to become the pinnacle for emerging talent. Launching its Open (16+) age category season in May 2026, the league will feature 6 men's teams—including 2 proposed new franchises—competing in a League + Championship Playoffs format. The KRSPL provides a vital platform for players to showcase their skills, with national team scouts attending all matches and a direct pathway in place for top performers to advance to the prestigious Kabaddi PanAm Elite League.
- Location: Brampton, Canada
- Region: North & Pan America
- Age Category: Open (16+)
- Season: May 2026
- Teams: 6 men's Teams (2 Proposed Teams)
- Format: League + Championship Playoffs
- Scouting: National team scouts attend all matches
- Pathway: Top players advance to Kabaddi PanAm Elite League
Proposed Kabaddi Rising Stars League 2026 Teams
Key Features
Open Age Category
Inclusive opportunities for elite players of all ages
Pan-American Reach
Regional tournaments fostering continental growth
Pro Pathway
Direct progression to the North America Pro Kabaddi League and National teams
Benefits of KRSPL
For Players
Olympic Dream
A critical step toward Kabaddi World Cup 2027 and potential Olympic inclusion
Elite Development
Rigorous training in technique, strategy, and athleticism
Exposure
Showcase skills to scouts, pro leagues, and national teams
For Teams & Sponsors
Unmatched Engagement
Connect with Kabaddi's fastest-growing fanbase (750M+ global viewers)
Brand Visibility
360° sponsorship opportunities—jerseys, stadiums, broadcasts
Cultural Impact
Align with a sport uniting diverse communities across the Americas
The KRSPL Journey to Kabaddi World Cup 2027
KRSPL 2026
- Top players advance to the North America Pro Kabaddi League
- Scouting by national team coaches for World Cup qualifiers
Pro League (2027)
- Compete against international stars
- Final selection for Team PanAm at the World Cup
Kabaddi World Cup 2027
- Represent the Americas on the global stage
- Launchpad for Olympic qualification (2032 vision)