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Indian kabaddi team's coaching camp announced, Pardeep Narwal excluded

With the Kabaddi World Cup defense and the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 11 auctions coming up, the Indian Kabaddi team is getting ready for a hectic year. A national camp has been established in order to get ready, and there are some intriguing surprises on the roster. Pawan Sehrawat and Rahul Chaudhari are part of the team, but two other well-known figures, including the "Dubki King," Pardeep Narwal, are not.

In addition to well-known talents, this year's camp boasts some intriguing new talent. Along with PKL star Pawan Sehrawat, 35 young players have been invited up to demonstrate their abilities and compete for a berth on the national squad. They have a fantastic chance to win over the coaches and possibly go on to represent India in the World Cup or sign a big deal at the PKL auctions.

Notable Exclusions Spark Discussion

There has been talk about some well-known individuals missing from the roster, even as some fans are thrilled about the new faces. Remarkably absent are such seasoned players as Pardeep Narwal ("Dubki King"), Maninder Singh ("The Mighty Mani"), and Naveen Kumar ("Naveen Express"). These are all amazing players who have had lengthy and fruitful careers in kabaddi.

Why Were Veterans Excluded?

Pardeep Narwal: Narwal hasn't performed at his typical high level lately, despite his legendary fame and prior triumphs. He was not selected for the league's final stages in PKL 10. Additionally, he did not qualify for the national tournament with his state team.

Maninder Singh: Despite having injuries that limited his play in PKL Season 10, Singh was still able to score highly. Fans are left wondering why he missed out on the national camp as well as his state nationals.

Naveen Kumar Unfortunately, Kumar is not playing in PKL 10 due to a major knee injury. India really benefits from his agility and raiding prowess, therefore his absence is felt greatly.

The selecting committee appears to be giving more weight to recent accomplishments than to earlier ones. This may indicate the emergence of a new wave of Kabaddi stars. Fans may mourn the veterans, but this gives up-and-coming talent like Ashu Malik, Guman Singh, and Pankaj Mohite an opportunity to establish themselves.

Things to Look Out for: As players vie for a position in the World Cup roster and make an impression on possible PKL team owners during the auctions, they will be exerting every ounce of effort. Finding athletes that can perform brilliantly under duress and at pivotal times will be the main goal.

Overall, this Kabaddi camp selection has sparked interesting discussions. While some established players are missing, it's also a chance for a new generation of talent to shine. This could be the beginning of a new era for Indian Kabaddi, and one thing's for sure, the upcoming World Cup and PKL season promise to be filled with excitement.