Overview

• Jaideep Dahiya, who has recorded 231 raid points and 227 tackle points in 87 matches, and Rahul Sethpal, who notched 73 tackle points in 24 matches last season, have been appointed captain and vice-captain of the defending champions.
• Manpreet Singh said the duo’s discipline and quick decision-making set a benchmark that inspires the rest of the squad.
• The Steelers will begin Season 12 without all-rounder Mohammadreza Shadloui and have strengthened their raiding unit by acquiring Naveen Kumar at the auction.
• Haryana will open its title defence on August 31 against the Bengal Warriorz when Season 12 kicks off.
• U Mumba’s heavy auction spend of Rs 4.905 crore and the signing of all-rounder Aanil Mohan for Rs 78 lakh illustrate the intensifying competition this season.