The Pro Kabaddi League has grown in stature over the years. The league which commenced in 2014 has gained enormous popularity in the country and is the second most watched sports league in India after Indian Premier League. Over the years many rookie players have made a name for themselves and elevated to the top of their game, be it raiders, defenders, or all-rounders, we have witnessed many players marking themselves among the best of the best in the league.
Among the two facets of the game, i.e., raiding and defense, raiders are always popular among the fans. We have compiled a list of Top 10 raiders with the most Super 10s in Pro Kabaddi league history. So without any further ado, let’s delve into the list.
1. Pardeep Narwal
Making his entry at the numero uno spot is the current skipper of Bengaluru Bulls, Pardeep Narwal. Pardeep is league’s most successful raider. Having started his career in 2015 with Bengaluru Bulls, ‘Record Breaker’ Pardeep has played 176 matches so far and etched his name in history books with 1725 raid points, the most for a raider. Apart from most raid points, Pardeep has 86 Super 10s to his name, a feat second to none.
| Matches | Total Raid Points | Total Super 10s |
| 176 | 1725 | 86 |
2. Maninder Singh
Maninder Singh is the second name on the list. The land of Punjab is known to produce some prolific athletes for the country, and ‘Mighty’ Maninder is one such asset from Punjab. He started his PKL career in 2014 with Jaipur Pink Panthers but unfortunately missed the next two seasons due to injury. 2017 was a breakthrough season for Maninder has he returned to PKL donning Bengal Warriors outfit and led his team to the title in 2019. Since 2017, Maninder has been an integral part of Bengal’s setup and still plays for the same team.
Having played 6 PKL seasons so far, Maninder has accumulated 1466 raid points, second most after Pardeep, with 73 Super 10s.
| Matches | Total Raid Points | Total Super 10s |
| 149 | 1466 | 73 |
3. Pawan Kumar Sehrawat
Telegu Titans’ current skipper Pawan Kumar Sehrawat is the next name on the list. The ‘Hi-Flyer’ Pawan Kumar Sehrawat has made a name for himself in recent times and is considered one of the most consistent raiders in recent times. Pawan commenced his PKL journey with Bengaluru Bulls in 2016 and since then has managed to appear in 133 PKL matches. In his PKL journey, Pawan has notched up 1265 raid points, third most after Pardeep and Maninder, which includes 67 Super 10s as well.
| Matches | Total Raid Points | Total Super 10s |
| 133 | 1265 | 67 |
4. Naveen Kumar
The next name on the list is Dabang Delhi’s current skipper Naveen Kumar. Fondly known as ‘Naveen Express,’ the right raider has been on song ever since he started his PKL journey in 2018 with Dabang Delhi. Naveen is one of those handful players who have represented the same franchise ever since his debut. Talking about his numbers, Naveen Express has so far featured in 95 PKL matches and accumulated 1029 raid points which includes 64 Super 10s. Naveen also holds the record for being the fastest to complete 1000 raid points in Pro Kabaddi League history. He achieved this historic feat in 90 games.
| Matches | Total Raid Points | Total Super 10s |
| 95 | 1265 | 67 |
5. Arjun Deshwal
Next on the list is Pro Kabaddi league’s ‘Raid Machine’ Arjun Deshwal. Arjun has been one of the most consistent young raiders in recent times. Arjun started his PKL journey with UMumba in 2018, but his stature grew when he was picked up by Jaipur Pink Panthers in 2021 and ended the season with 268 raid points, the most for his team in the season. Since then Arjun has been the backbone of Jaipur Pink Panthers’ rading unit and is leading the side this season. Talking about his numbers, Arjun recently crossed the 1000 raid points barrier in his 97th game and now has 1020 raid points from 98 matches which includes 56 Super 10s.
| Matches | Total Raid Points | Total Super 10s |
| 98 | 1020 | 56 |
6. Rahul Chaudhari
The 6th name on this list is ‘Showman’ Rahul Chaudhari. Rahul, who announced his retirement from PKL after remaining unsold in this year’s auction, will remain one of the most popular raiders in the history of the league. Rahul commenced his PKL journey with the Telugu Titans in the inaugural season, i.e., 2014 went on to represent teams like Tamil Thalaivas, Puneri Paltan, and Jaipur Pink Panthers, before hanging his boots ahead of this season. A veteran of the league, Rahul finished his PKL career with 1045 raid points from 154 matches including 42 Super 10s.
| Matches | Total Raid Points | Total Super 10s |
| 154 | 1045 | 42 |
7. Sachin Tanwar
Sachin Tanwar is this season’s highest-paid player. Sachin, who represents Tamil Thalaivas this season, was fetched for a record 2.15 Crore Rupees and has been doing his bit for his side. Talking about his career, Sachin started his PKL journey in the 5th season with Gujarat Giants and went on to represent teams like Patna Pirates and Tamil Thalaivas in the next six seasons. Sachin has so far accumulated 1012 raid points from 136 matches including 38 Super 10s. He completed his 1000 raid points in the ongoing season.
| Matches | Total Raid Points | Total Super 10s |
| 133 | 1012 | 38 |
8. Deepak Niwas Hooda
Next on the list is Deepak Niwas Hooda, better known as Deepak Hooda. The 30-year-old all-rounder has amassed 1020 raid points, comprising 846 raid touch-points and 174 bonus points. Deepak last represented Bengal Warriors in 2022 but remained unsold in 2024 PKL auctions. However, with age by his side, Deepak would be hoping to make a return in the prestigious league next season.
| Matches | Total Raid Points | Total Super 10s |
| 157 | 1020 | 35 |
9. Siddharth Desai
Siddharth Desai, popularly known as Siddharth ‘Bahubali’ Desai, has gained fame for his immense strength. His powerful build has been both an advantage and a challenge; while his strength aids in scoring raid points, it also makes him more susceptible to injuries. Siddharth kicked off his PKL career in 2018 representing U Mumba, but due to injuries, Siddharth has only featured in 80 PKL matches so far accumulating 693 raid points along with 34 Super 10s. Siddharth was purchased by Dabang Delhi this season but opted out of the tournament due to personal reasons.
| Matches | Total Raid Points | Total Super 10s |
| 80 | 693 | 34 |
10. Vikash Kandola
Vikash Kandola is the final name on the list. Despite his short stature, Vikash’s precise quickness makes him a standout raider.Currently representing Jaipur Pink Panthers, Vikash started his PKL career with Dabang Delhi in 2016 and went on to represent teams like Haryana Steelers, Bengaluru Bulls, and Jaipur Pink Panthers in the next seven seasons. Talking about his numbers, Kandola has 833 raid points to his name from 124 matches including 30 Super 10s.
| Matches | Total Raid Points | Total Super 10s |
| 124 | 810 | 30 |
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