Noida: The Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League (UPKL), conceptualized and operated by SJ Uplift Kabaddi, has announced the appointment of Tejnarayan Prasad Madhav as Technical Director for Season 2. A seasoned kabaddi professional with a distinguished career as a player, coach, and technical official, Tejnarayan will oversee the league’s technical operations and player development initiatives for the upcoming season.
Speaking on the appointment, Sambhav Jain, Founder and Director, SJ Uplift Kabaddi, said, “UPKL has established itself as a strong and credible platform for kabaddi, one that reflects the sport’s potential at the grassroots and professional levels. This season, our focus will be on deepening that foundation enhancing player development, maintaining technical excellence, and ensuring the league continues to set high standards for kabaddi in India.”
Currently serving as the Chief Coach of the Bahrain National Kabaddi Team, Tejnarayan brings deep domain expertise and a proven record in nurturing grassroots and professional talent. His extensive experience includes roles at the Senior National Kabaddi Championships, 50th Junior Nationals, and Asian Games Camps (2010). He also played a key role in the India vs Bangladesh Series (2004), where he was part of the gold medal-winning squad.
Speaking on his new role as Technical Director of UPKL, Tejnarayan Prasad Madhav said,“UPKL has created a structured environment where players can compete, learn, and evolve and that’s what makes it such a meaningful platform for kabaddi today. My focus for Season 2 will be to strengthen on-ground execution, ensure technical accuracy in every aspect of the game, and help athletes bring their best version to the mat. Together, we want to showcase kabaddi at its most disciplined, dynamic, and competitive form.”
UPKL Season 2 is set to kick off on December 25, 2025, in Noida, featuring approximately 64 matches. The player auction is scheduled for November 3, 2025, also in Noida.
