UPKL Season 2 returns on Zee channels and Zee5 from 24 December

MUMBAI: The Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League is ready for a spirited comeback as Season 2 goes live on Zee Bollywood, &Pictures HD and Anmol Cinema 2, along with streaming on Zee5. From 24 December, viewers across India can settle in for high-energy matches, Hindi commentary and the kind of last-second thrills that keep kabaddi fans glued to the screen.

Zee has long used its extensive broadcast network to champion local sports, and its association with UPKL aims to elevate the league into one of the country’s most influential state-level properties. With a loyal fanbase, rising viewership and growing advertiser interest, UPKL has become a strong platform for brands keen to tap into kabaddi’s soaring popularity. The league is promoted by its brand ambassador, star raider Rahul Chaudhari, and continues to position itself as one of the biggest homegrown leagues in India.

Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited business head – sports Bavesh Janavlekar, said the partnership aligns with Zee’s focus on celebrating indigenous sports. Kabaddi, he noted, holds a deep emotional place in Indian households, making UPKL a natural fit for the network’s expanding sports portfolio. He added that the league’s diverse and highly engaged audience offers strong value for advertisers as UPKL heads into a bigger second season.

SJ Uplift Kabaddi founder and director Sambhav Jain, highlighted the significance of wider distribution. With matches airing daily between 5 p.m. and 10 p.m., he said fans across regions and age groups will now enjoy easier access to the action on both TV and OTT. The expanded reach is expected to boost visibility and bring more households into the kabaddi fold.

Season 2 packs in 69 matches across 18 days, complete with Hindi commentary to bring fans closer to every raid and tackle. With its expanded platform and festive-season timing, UPKL is poised to deliver a lively dose of kabaddi entertainment to audiences nationwide.