Dedication and humble beginnings can take a player to global stage, says Telugu Titans player

Players from the Telugu Titans team partcipating in the ongoing Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 12 lifted the spirts of GITAM University students when they visited the campus, on Monday. The players, along with the tournament’s technical director E. Prasad Rao and GITAM University assistant dean Arun Karthik, interacted with the students, including the members of GITAM Kabaddi Club.

One of the recognised members of the Titans’ squad, all rounder Vijay Malik, interacted with the students on the occasion. Addressing the gathering, Mr. Malik said, “I come from a small village, and Kabaddi has transformed my life. People not only in India but also around the world know us because of this sport. That recognition itself feels like a dream come true. Dedication and humble beginnings can take a player to the global stage.”

“Kabaddi is not just a sport, it is in our culture and identity. What once began as a humble game from the villages has now grown into a global spectacle, because of the PKL. From beaches to indoor arenas, from the Asian Games to the world stage, the sport has undergone a complete transformation. I believe the day is not far when India will win its first Olympic gold medal in Kabaddi,” said E. Prasad Rao.