Top 5 Kabaddi players of 2019

#2 Naveen Kumar

Naveen Kumar

Naveen Kumar has etched his name in the record books at just the age of 19. A sensational prodigy to watch out for, Naveen has re-defined consistency playing in the Pro Kabaddi League or the Nationals. After making a remarkable debut for Dabang Delhi K.C. back in Season 6, Naveen continued his exploits for Services in the 66th Senior Nationals.

Naveen contributed well in leading Services to become the runners-up of 2019 Senior Nationals. His precision in executing running hand touches and escapes has allowed him to become a raiding force. Courtesy of his brilliance, Services' team also finished as the finalists of the 3rd Pandit Deen Dayal Kabaddi Championship.

The seventh season of Pro Kabaddi witnessed Naveen Kumar breaking the record of the most Super-10s (22) in a single season by any player in history. He carried Dabang Delhi's offense with 21 consecutive Super-10s, contributing to 56.58% of Dabang Delhi's raid points. Naveen's extraordinary performances earned him the 'Most Valuable Player of the Tournament' award, where he scored 301 raid points in 23 matches for the side.

Naveen became the youngest debutant in the Indian Kabaddi team this year for South Asian Games 2019. A Super-10 in the summit clash for Naveen saw the pre-favorites clinch their 10th gold medal in the competition with ease.

2019 has been a breakout season for the 'Dabang Express' Naveen Kumar, as he continued to show why the future of Indian Kabaddi is in safe hands ahead.