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Cleaner to Captain: Aslam Inamdar’s 400% Rise Mirrors PKL; Puneri Paltan storm into Playoffs

Shivansh Rana | 3 min read | 1 month ago | Oct 25, 2025 09:01 am IST
Cleaner to Captain: Aslam Inamdar's 400% Rise Mirrors PKL; Puneri Paltan storm into Playoffs

You see a lot of stories in sports, but this one is different. Really. The captain of the team dominating PKL Season 12, Puneri Paltan, used to be a hotel cleaner. Aslam Inamdar is now leading his team into the playoffs, scheduled for October 25-31 in Delhi, and his journey is absolutely unbelievable.

Key Takeaways

  • Aslam Inamdar, once a hotel cleaner, is now the captain of the table-topping Puneri Paltan.
  • Puneri Paltan has secured a direct playoff spot with 12 wins from 15 matches in PKL Season 12.
  • Inamdar’s personal rise is being compared to the Pro Kabaddi League’s own 400% growth in digital engagement.
  • The PKL 12 playoffs, featuring a new format, will take place from October 25-31 in Delhi.

A Journey Forged in Hardship

Look, life wasn’t always about packed stadiums for Aslam. Back in 2011, after his father passed away, he took up a job as a hotel cleaner. Why? To support his family. It’s a past that shaped the leader you see on the mat today. He’s not just playing a game; he’s carrying the weight of that history with him.

And it’s that grit that defines him. He fought his way up, match by match, raid by raid. In his PKL career, he’s racked up 449 raid points from 966 raids across 63 matches. Those aren’t just numbers. They’re proof of his relentless hard work.

Paltan’s Unstoppable Run in PKL 12

Fast forward to now. Puneri Paltan isn’t just winning; they’re dominating. Under Inamdar’s captaincy, they’ve already secured a top-four spot, which means a direct ticket to the playoffs. They’re sitting comfortably at the top of the points table, and honestly, they look unstoppable.

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This isn’t his first taste of success either. He skippered the team to their first-ever title in PKL Season 10. After an injury cut his Season 11 short, his comeback this year is nothing short of spectacular. He’s proven he’s not just a great raider, but a brilliant leader.

Expert Analysis: What Makes Him a Great Leader?

So, what’s his secret? In a recent chat on October 24, Inamdar said it’s all about “composure and clarity.” He explained how he learned from past leaders to guide his team, especially under pressure. It’s not about screaming and shouting. It’s about being the calm in the storm.

Social Media Storm

Here’s the thing that’s making this story go viral. His journey perfectly mirrors the growth of the Pro Kabaddi League itself. The league has seen a staggering 400% growth in digital engagement. Fans see his rags-to-riches story as a symbol of PKL’s own rise from a domestic league to a global phenomenon. You can’t write a better script.

What’s Next for the Kabaddi King?

With the playoffs kicking off in Delhi, all eyes are on Inamdar and Puneri Paltan. They’ve done the hard work to get here. Now, the real test begins. They face the new “5-5 Raiders” tie-breaker rule and the intense pressure of knockout kabaddi.

Can Aslam Inamdar do it again and lead his team to another championship? What do you think? Let us know in the comments.