The PKL Season 11 playoffs kick off on December 26 in Pune, with Haryana Steelers, UP Yoddhas, Patna Pirates, Dabang Delhi K.C., Jaipur Pink Panthers, and U Mumba competing for the title. Coaches praised young talents at the Panga Roundtable, with Haryana aiming for their first title, inspired by star Mohammadreza Shadloui.