New Delhi, Oct. 15 -- The Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) has announced player retentions across five franchises for Season 2, with prominent kabaddi players Devank Dalal and Ashu Malik among the headline names.

Dalal has been retained by Bhiwani Bulls, while Malik will continue with ShubhGrow Hisar Heroes. The list also features Akshit Dhull for Karnal Kings, Narender Kandola for Panipat Panthers and Rahul Setpal for Gurugram Gurus, said a release.

The announcement marks a step forward in the franchises' preparations for the upcoming season, with teams strengthening their squads ahead of the competition.

KCL Chairman Balwan Singh said the retentions were an important part of the league's preparations for its second season.

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