Four in one row, okay?
If there's a serious match going on,
then I start biting my nails.
I get very tensed while watching the game.
If my son says anything,
I tell him to keep quiet and watch the match.
I get very tensed during a match.
Sometimes you might jump out of your place.
You get that enthusiasm while watching the game.
Who all might play, and who will sit out?
What's the strategy?
Sir will decide and tell you
in the afternoon.
Even we become kids
while watching the match.
Many movies have been released in Telugu,
based on Kabaddi.
All those movies are a hit.
How are you feeling, sir?
Every second is important in Kabaddi.
You can't predict the win from the beginning.
It's not easy to earn name and fame.
To achieve all that,
you will need to work hard.
I'm usually
either confident...
or nervous.
This time, I'm hopeful.
These 22 games will be difficult for us.
Every time we step out, it's going to be a war.
We have to win them at any cost.
-Is everyone ready? -Yes, sir!
This season I'm going to emphasize more on
the win rather than the loss.
I want to
now try pushing them a bit more,
putting them under the scanner a bit more.
I am going to hold people accountable,
which I have never done.
-All hail... -Lord Hanuman!
This is Vivo Pro Kabaddi season seven.
It's day three, match number five
between two arch-rivals,
U Mumba and Jaipur Pink Panthers.
We never seem to win our inaugural matches
when we play against U Mumba!
No matter how many centuries you score,
you will always be nervous while facing
the first ball in the next game.
I'm facing a similar situation right now.
I'll tell you the squad now.
Deepak, Amit,
Nitin, Sandeep,
Sunil, Narwal, Vishal.
Rest be ready.
Please be involved in the game,
I might substitute you any moment.
Today, we are going to return home as winners.
We are going to win at any cost.
-Hip, hip... -Hurray!
Be ready for the big battle.
Abhishek Bachchan has just reached
Gachibowli stadium in Hyderabad.
His Jaipur Pink Panthers are here as well,
with a new look.
This team has been rebuilt under the supervision
of their strongest raider and leader Deepak Hooda.
The moment we've been waiting for is finally here!
-Wait. -Kabaddi...
Kabaddi...
It's Captain vs Captain!
Jaipur's captain has won this point.
One point awarded to the Jaipur Pink Panthers.
He is standing
in front of Amit Hooda,
trying to tempt him.
And there he goes.
What an amazing ankle hold by Amit Hooda!
One point.
It feels like we are in the stadium. It's not possible
to get everyone together like this at the stadium.
But in these circumstances, we are actually enjoying a lot.
Deepak has compelled the referee to count the score!
Nitin Rawal on his second raid.
Against a defense of four!
He has touched the hand.
Sultan's rule has started to crumble!
Nilesh Salunke didn't get a place in the starting seven,
this shows how much coach Srinivas Reddy
is focussing on developing young players.
It's going absolutely well.
We have a huge lead.
We are going to win the match today.
Doesn't look like he is going to return without a point.
All out.
U Mumba is all out.
Winners Jaipur Pink Panthers.
I told my captain,
"It's the seventh season.
We have never won the first match
against U Mumba in any season.
We finally created history in Hyderabad today."
Deepak delivered from the first raid.
The matches are going to get tougher.
It won't be easy.
There will be wins and losses.
Because that's part of the game.
But the most important part is
to focus and play the same way.
I'm extremely happy with my team.
I was a bundle of nerves before.
I'm glad to get that monkey off our back.
I'm just so proud of the boys.
I'm going to let them enjoy it now.
Tomorrow morning, I'm going to deflate them a bit.
After a good win, it's very easy to get lax.
You know, I told them this.
"Nobody expects anything from you all.
It's the right time for a haymaker."
I think they delivered that haymaker today.
Bring it on. Here we come.
Home leg.
We're coming.
Yeah! I'm stoked, man.
It's a good night.
We always used to lose the first match.
So, we've changed history.
I'm very happy about that.
Please control your happiness.
We will celebrate after winning the trophy!
Once we win the next couple of games, then it will be real fun.
That's the fun part of it. Today was a good day.
We don't know what will happen next.
You're right.
Play from the second line.
Come on.
Very good.
No problem!
Don't get upset
if you make a mistake.
-Very good. -Ajinkya.
Ajinkya.
Good chain.
Nilesh's body language is not good.
He's in his own world,
I've been noticing him for a couple of days.
I've always featured in the playing seven throughout my career.
Even during my tenure at Telugu Titans.
Obviously, I will feel bad
since I'm sitting out of the playing seven.
Forget the 12 that you're a part of,
to break into the starting seven
is such a tough job.
Even for someone like Nilesh Salunke,
who has been there, who has been
a part of some really competitive squads.
There were tactical reasons for not playing him in the first match.
The coach didn't want to expose Nilesh so soon.
Hence, he's like a trump card for us.
Nilesh, as a player,
is very calm, very quiet.
I've always noticed that Nilesh reads the game.
He's an observer of the game.
He's a student of the game.
Because we were going with a younger unit,
I knew that there was going to be a lot of testosterone.
I just wanted that one factor that is going to stay calm.
I think Nilesh is that.
This is my first bike which
I won while playing a tournament in Pune.
I won this as I was nominated as the Man of the Series.
Later, I won this bike after being nominated
as the Man of the Series in a local tournament,
held by Hanuman Seva Mandal in Kalyan.
My brother uses it now.
The first house I ever bought with
my first income is in this building.
Mom.
I've installed lights and a fake celling in this room.
There's another cabinet for my trophies.
I spent on the furniture.
Everything in this room is new,
not even a nail is old in this place.
This has been possible because of Kabaddi.
I won this as well.
These are my medals while playing for the Income-tax department.
I got this job because of Kabaddi.
I got these medals and certificates from the job.
I got this fridge as well.
Even this washing machine
and this table fan.
I won this mixer during another tournament.
I won a fan as well, but it's not here.
Kabaddi is the only reason I have everything in my life.
Nilesh's dad
works in a canteen run by MIDC.
His salary was Rs. 500 and our expense was the same.
I started working again when Nilesh was one year old.
He's telling me to stop working.
I told him that I would fall sick
if I stopped working.
I used to keep asking him what he would gain by playing Kabaddi.
How will the sport benefit you?
My mom told me to get a job
and not play Kabaddi.
I worked and played Kabaddi as well.
I used to practice in the evening after returning from work.
The kids in the region played Kabaddi.
So, he started playing as well.
Gradually, he became famous because of Kabaddi.
He has big dreams.
Even though we were poor, he had big dreams.
He's playing now using all his might,
but it will hurt him in the long run.
So, I told him to stop playing. It's enough.
This strength gradually decreases with age.
So, I told him it's enough.
When you see him play...
He gets hurt, but...
What is he thinking?
He's not thinking. It's his young age.
There's money,
but a lot of hard work as well.
Trim the beard from the sides
and cut his hair, okay?
One, two, three!
They are coloring my hair.
I have a dark complexion.
They will groom me.
This kind of lifestyle
for three months,
I don't think they have.
Everything is taken care of.
They're pampered like babies.
Not even my mom has caressed my hair
as many times as this madam.
The players in our team
come from a very humble background.
Suddenly, they are exposed to all the limelight.
I won't cut my hair.
Why?
Today is Lord Hanuman's day.
The barbers back in my village are artists.
They don't need a mirror to cut your hair.
It's the same back home.
But it's not as stylish as we can see here.
These are...
boys of the soil.
-Action! -Le Panga!
I'm sure
99 percent of the PKL players
hadn't seen this kind of life.
Ma'am, which color will you apply?
It's going to be beautiful blonde highlights.
There's a spark in their eyes
during these events.
Like, "Okay,
this is happening."
Thank you.
I'm feeling well.
Show some attitude!
I see that over the last six-seven seasons.
From what they were in season one and two, to what they are today.
They are a lot more media savvy.
That is a good style.
This is going to be really cool.
You're looking very nice.
He says my hair will keep standing
even when I'll go to sleep.
How will he know? He has no hair!
It's here.
It's hot here.
Nilu.
Come in.
Please come in.
Did you see a bridge on your way?
No, we came by a different route.
-This bridge is over the sea. -Yes.
Is the bridge close to the sea?
No, it's in the middle of the sea.
In the middle of the sea?
Yes.
As soon as you purchase a room in any of these buildings
with the extension of every floor, the rates increase.
Because everything looks good from above.
Yes, it goes on increasing.
-Do you want Cadbury chocolate? -No.
-There's Cadbury. -No.
No, I don't want it.
Why didn't they let you play during the first match?
Don't worry, there are 22 matches.
All of us were watching.
Uncle comes every day
asking whether you are playing.
All of us gathered to watch.
-There are many matches. -Are you playing tomorrow?
-We'll see. -Will you start playing from tomorrow?
I have no idea.
We have no idea what they are going to do.
Whether they will let him play him or not.
I will get to play only when the coach feels it's the right time.
It all depends on whom we are playing
against in the next match.
The work will be done once I come there.
I paid them more money.
Whom?
Four lakhs.
Whom?
For the house.
Card.
-Card. -Yes.
Make sure there are no issues with the card.
-Deepak! -Yes, sir.
Stop checking yourself in the mirror!
I never tell anyone that
I'm with 19 players.
For me, they are all kids.
All of them behave like children.
This is the right kind of preparation.
They are playing songs.
What are the odds of both of them being in the bathroom?
-Are you guys taking a shower together? -We had a shower.
Together?
Show me your stadium card.
Card.
As a team manager,
you have to pay attention to every minute detail.
When I go to their room, I can see how their mood is.
I get an idea whether
they are mentally ready for the game.
Are you fine?
Did you take your medicine after food?
No, I have to take it.
Make sure you take it.
I'll meet you down along with the coach in ten minutes.
-Okay. -Get ready.
What happened?
I've been vomiting.
I am feeling extremely weak.
Coming of a win versus U Mumba,
their arch-nemesis.
They come into Bengal
with a bit of an issue
because Nitin Rawal being unfit
just takes the balance away from that squad.
He is a key all-rounder.
And therefore, it's time for someone to step up.
Higher...
Our opponents in Mumbai, the Bengal Warriors
are currently believed
to be one of the strongest teams in the league.
If we win this match,
our opponents will be under pressure
over the next couple of matches.
Just relax. It's the second match.
The tournament has just begun
and we don't want to take a risk.
When he's not feeling well, I can't force him to play.
That's it.
Nitin is feeling a little uncomfortable
because he was vomiting the previous night.
He went back to the hospital,
he's not 100 percent fit.
We'll start with Nilesh.
We will start with Nilesh. He is intelligent.
He is quite experienced as well.
He will also feel like he's the first choice.
That's right.
-You're in the starting seven. -Yes, sir.
Play freely,
with all your might and intelligence.
Avoid doing too much footwork.
Just play your game and score some points. Okay?
All the best.
As soon as a spot opened, we put you in.
Play to win.
You will be able to do it.
No worries about the match.
Go on.
Is your mood better now?
There are no such issues.
We are playing according to the decisions
made by the coach and management.
We need to do what is asked of us.
We have to make sure that the team wins.
Need to put our best foot forward.
The game is on!
-Kabaddi... -Stop.
Kabaddi...
Who won the first point for Jaipur?
The boy's game is beautiful,
his name is Sandeep Dhull.
-Stop here. -Kabaddi...
This is a do-or-die raid.
Nilesh Salunke has been caught in the first raid.
Nilesh Salunke was caught up.
You should have a peripheral vision.
You must pay attention to your right and left.
One and a half minute left in the game.
Plus it's a do-or-die raid.
If they get Mohammad Taghi out now,
then they are still in the game.
They have got him out!
Jaipur has a chance to win the match!
It's an important task to keep
Maninder Singh quiet.
Can they do it?
What an amazing tackle!
If you have the guts,
then you can stop any experienced raider.
-Absolutely! -Kabaddi...
Kabaddi...
Amazing! Sandeep Dhull!
A truly remarkable player!
In the dying moments, Jaipur Pink Panthers
managed to snatch victory from Bengal's grasp.
To hold your nerve in those last 90 seconds,
hats off to the boys.
They were fantastic. What spirit!
This is what I want to see my team do.
Don't give up till the end.
I'm very happy.
Great win.
After long, I saw the team
fighting till the end with such confidence.
Yes!
He's Mr. Kim from South Korea.
-Yes. -Kim!
-Yes? -Deepak Narwal from Haryana.
Hey! Please take a picture.
Nitin Rawal.
How are you feeling now?
I'll put it on Instagram and Facebook.
Ma'am, I'm from Hyderabad.
-Thank you, ma'am. -Thank you.
-Congratulations! -Congratulations!
-Thank you. -Thank you.
I received a lot of messages from friends and family after today's performance.
It took me nearly half an hour to reply to them.
I was caught in the first raid.
It was a do-or-die raid.
After that, our coach made me sit out.
I don't know the reason.
He should have allotted me some more playing time during the match.
You shouldn't sit anyone out if you're caught once.
How will you get to perform then?
ASFC is a football team
that Bunty and I started.
Today being Kargil Victory Day,
we're playing a charity match against
some army and navy soldiers
to raise awareness and funds for
the martyrs of Kargil and their families.
-So, well done. -Thank you.
Apart from me, there's Ranbir,
who is the vice-captain
and possibly our best player.
Arjun is coming today, after a long time.
Then, one of our most senior members, Dino Morea.
Ishaan is coming today.
Ishaan Khattar, a young boy.
Very energetic.
He just does not stop.
The Pink Panthers are coming to watch the football game.
And they are all going to really ride me tomorrow
because they are going to see
how unathletic I am actually.
I'm happy for them to come see it.
They've been working very hard.
This is Milinda, our Malinga from Sri Lanka.
Cheers, guys.
-Thank you. -Thank you.
Go back to the hotel now and rest.
We'll beat them tomorrow.
Yes, sir.
Hello!
Yes, come to the room.
What happened?
Pass.
Come take a look.
C'mon, India.
Brother, we got a call for the pass.
We haven't got the pass yet.
Let's see how many passes they send.
The players receive tickets
from the management.
A certain number,
which is never enough for them.
I want five more tickets.
Not five more, the fifth one. Right?
Not the fifth one. I want five more.
Seven won't do.
-Just see. -Where is it?
What?
You've got the VIP pass.
No. I didn't get any VIP pass.
MIRMAL.
What's in your hand?
This? Seven lakh rupees.
25. Give 25.
-100 or 200. -I can't give you 100.
Are you crazy?
Only I get disappointed.
It's a proud moment when somebody represents their village
in Pro Kabaddi league.
They ask for 50-100 passes
so that they can bring a truck full of villagers for support.
-Give it. -What are you doing?
Give me five more, please.
You've got enough.
I'll get five for you too.
Don't talk nonsense.
Take some more from the coach.
I'll send in a couple of days.
Let me sleep.
What happened?
What's going on?
-Hey! -What do you think is going on?
What's going on?
-Sex. -Sex.
-You... -Don't do anything wrong!
He was in a bad state when he got here.
That's why he had to be admitted.
He's feeling better now.
Yes, please.
He's a game-changer.
So, every team requires a player like him.
The team should win,
regardless if I'm playing or not.
But if I was playing,
I would be happier.
What about Nitin?
His blood test was carried out.
It's normal.
Brain CT as well.
Because he was complaining of head pain.
He has a migraine problem.
In the worst case, we have to consider that he is not available for Patna game.
But we have to keep him here under observation
because no other city has better facilities.
Yeah. That's fine.
No problem.
Once he is fully fit,
we will call him to Ahmedabad.
We have a replacement for him,
so we will work accordingly.
Two, three, down!
I'm sure the team would be better if Nitin was playing.
If a good player doesn't play,
it's always difficult to find a replacement.
Vishal wants to play in the center.
-You should support him in the center. -Okay.
Okay?
When I sub you in the game...
-Yes, sir. -make sure you play as the second man.
Okay, sir.
Nilesh.
Don't move around when you just get in.
Bonus or cover.
If you move too much,
the opponents will be ready.
Your movement was wrong, which is why--
I did not even begin my raid.
Look at the line...
You are a raider.
Before you can take a turn, you're caught.
As though you're walking in a park.
What can I say? He's the coach.
I can't tell the coach anything.
The management or the owner can
explain why they made me sit out.
You've got this young coach,
who sort of got this
abrasive style of coaching.
He likes to pound into the boys
and try and go at them aggressively
to get the most out of them.
That works with some players,
but it also doesn't with many.
That's going to be the big test of Srini Reddy.
All of you are playing very well.
Thank you, sir.
I don't watch the game anymore.
I'm superstitious. Whenever I see a match, our team loses the match.
I haven't seen any game.
They are asking me to come and watch tomorrow's match.
-Shouldn't he? -Yes!
Things are changing, sir.
Okay, I'll be there.
This time, all of you are playing smart
and being careful. That's very good.
Sometimes, you get carried away,
but this time,
you're playing your cards right.
I'm very happy.
I watch the highlights because
I'm scared to watch the live match.
I'm scared we will lose.
But I will watch tomorrow's match.
Yes, sir.
-All of them want to take photos with you. -Okay, let's go.
Come on, boys. Thumbs up.
We are in the city of Mumbai.
The megastar
Amitabh Bachchan is here as well.
Haryana Steelers versus
Jaipur Pink Panthers.
A big match.
Naveen is the raider.
Be careful of Sandeep Dhull.
Be wary of Hooda!
Naveen hasn't won
a single point in the first half.
This is Jaipur's biggest achievement.
That means, the defenders are very well prepared.
The raiders are having a tough time.
Is it Amitabh Bachchan's presence
that has pumped up the players of Jaipur?
Check it out, he will get this point.
He is trying to get out,
and he wins two points!
I had told you.
Jaipur has good options this time.
It's not just options,
but all their players are doing well.
Hooda has got Dharmaraj Cheralathan out
for the second time in this match.
They can't do without Navin.
And Navin showcases his magic!
Yes!
Haryana Steelers
are on the verge of being all out.
-Only two players are left. -Kabaddi...
Both of them are out!
Haryana all out for the second time.
That's four points!
Jaipur Pink Panthers.
In the presence of the young Abhishek
and the evergreen Mr. Amitabh Bachchan,
Jaipur Pink Panthers have won
their third consecutive match!
Every win is like building a pillar
for our trophy cabinet.
I promised Mr. Bachchan
to come and watch today's match
and we would acknowledge his presence with a win.
The boys have delivered.
It's a good win and a convincing win.
Panthers!
Well done, boys!
Hello?
Hello.
Hello. We won!
Well done, brothers.
Did you watch the match?
I saw it.
We need you.
Are you happy?
You didn't need me in this match.
We will need you in Patna.
Okay.
Get well soon
and come to play in Patna.
Okay.
Okay, darling. Eat your food.
I'm so unlucky.
Today, I really wanted to be a part of the team.
Mr. Amitabh Bachchan was there today.
I want to click a photograph with him.
Very proud of you, boys.
Thank you very much for the way you're playing.
I'm extremely happy with your performance.
Thank you, sir.
Now is the truly testing time.
The first win...
is a great confidence booster.
These boys are very hungry to prove in the match.
The second builds great momentum.
Every team comes to play,
but your confidence level should always remain high.
The third can throw you off course
because it gets to your head.
I think, to a lot of people
around the Kabaddi circles,
we expected Jaipur to be good,
but I don't think anyone expected Jaipur to be this good.
But can they continue? That's going to be the big question.
The way the team is performing,
I'm sure we will win the trophy.
Be it Dabang Delhi or Gujarat or any other team,
our only motive is to defeat them.
Patna Pirates on the verge of being all out again.
Jaipur is on the brink
of their fourth consecutive win.
With a huge margin of 13 points,
the Jaipur Pink Panthers
have recorded their fourth consecutive win this season.
Jaipur is ranked one on the points table.
It's always fun to beat an opponent in their home city.
-Whenever we play together, be here… -In Haryana--
that team has never lost.
Never lost.
This is what a champion is made up of.
A champion team will leave
its mark in every city.
-Pink... -Panthers!