Pro Kabaddi League 2019: The best defender from each team

Tamil Thalaivas - Manjeet Chhillar

Manjeet Chhillar attempts a dash on Rahul Chaudhari

Veteran all-rounder Manjeet Chhillar has essayed his role as the glue of the team in the history of the league and will yet again hold the aces for the Tamil Thalaivas for the upcoming season.

Chhillar has an average of 3.1 tackle points per game in the Pro Kabaddi League and has also picked up 21 'High-5s' in 93 matches. One of the most experienced players in the league, Manjeet's participation since the inaugural season has seen him amass 302 points from 93 matches, making him the leading defender in the league.

With the Thalaivas forming a strong team ahead of season seven, Chhillar will undoubtedly start the season as one of the defenders to watch out for.

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Telugu Titans - Vishal Bhardwaj

Vishal Bhardwaj (L) was the top defender for the Titans last season

Young left corner Vishal Bhardwaj has quickly become one of the top defenders in the Pro Kabaddi League with his impressive performances for Telugu Titans. Vishal has played 41 PKL matches, where he has picked 137 tackle points at an average of 3.04 tackle points per match.

He has been successful in executing 12 super tackles, along with registering 10 'High-5s' in the league. Bhardwaj will play his fourth consecutive season for the Titans this year.