Taekwondo Premier League Season 2 Set to Kick Off in Hyderabad
Launch of Taekwondo Premier League Season 2
New Delhi, October 25: The second season of the Taekwondo Premier League (TPL) was officially launched at Taurus Sarovar Portico in New Delhi. This event marks the beginning of an exciting three-day taekwondo competition scheduled to take place in Hyderabad from December 4 to 6. The launch ceremony featured Jayesh Ranjan, Special Chief Secretary of Telangana, as the Chief Guest. Notable attendees included Duvvuri Ganesh, TPL Founder; Rajesh Agarwal, Chairman of TPL India; Hwang Kyung-Seon, a two-time Olympic Gold Medalist; Moon Ki Ju, International Chairman of TPL; and Grand Master Jun Lee, Chief Commissioner of TPL.
Innovative Team Format and Vision
Duvvuri Ganesh, the founder of TPL, expressed, "Our goal with the Taekwondo Premier League is to transform taekwondo into a more dynamic and competitive sport. For the first time globally, taekwondo will be played in a team format, featuring eight teams competing over three days with a total of 32 matches. Each team will consist of two international players, three Indian players, one substitute, one Grandmaster, and one coach. Matches will consist of five rounds, allowing two substitutions per round, with changes possible every 30 seconds. This innovative format is designed to enhance the game's pace, power, and accuracy, ultimately benefiting the athletes. We envision the Taekwondo Premier League becoming a premier platform for athletes to showcase their talents and elevate the sport to new heights."
Details of Season 2 Tournament
The second season will feature eight teams competing in a total of 31 matches, which includes 28 round-robin matches followed by three knockout matches. This structure aims to create an engaging competition, allowing athletes to display their skills, tactical prowess, and competitive spirit. The Taekwondo Premier League is committed to enhancing the sport's competitive landscape and broadening its appeal among athletes, fans, and the larger sporting community. By uniting talented athletes in a structured, team-based format, the league aims to boost the growth and visibility of taekwondo. The involvement of prominent sports figures and international taekwondo representatives at the launch highlights the league's ambition to establish a strong platform for the sport in India. The upcoming tournament in Hyderabad will serve as the highlight of Season 2, bringing all eight teams together for three days of thrilling competition.