“Players who already have a name cannot make their name”


Bengaluru Bulls head coach BC Ramesh reflected on his team ahead of the Pro Kabaddi Playoffs 2025. The Bulls secured a top-four finish after the league stage and finished third in the table.

It has been a remarkable comeback from the Bangalore bulls this season They had a horror run last season where they finished bottom with just two wins from 22 games. However, this time they turned it around incredibly well.

While they were going for a complete overhaul with a new team and a new captain, there were several question marks on the side as the season began. However, BC Ramesh he had faith in his young, new-look team. He thought that only new players could make a name for themselves.

“Everyone was talking about my team. Everyone was thinking what team Ramesh has made, there are no big names. Players who already have a name can't make their name. Only unknown players can make their name. There is value in a coach who brings in unknown players and helps them make a name for themselves. That's why I came in with the youngsters and groomed them,” he told Star Sports Kannada.

Bengaluru Bulls managed to win 11 of their 18 matches in the league stage this season, collecting 22 points. They will face the Telugu Titans in the Mini Qualification on Sunday 26 October.

“There is no doubt that we can lift the trophy” – BC Ramesh, Head Coach of Bengaluru Bulls

Bengaluru Bulls are in scintillating form heading into the playoffs. They have won three games in a row, including two wins by wide margins. Head coach BC Ramesh was confident of the team going far. He felt they could even win the trophy if they continued to play as a unit.

“We are third after the league stage. We will definitely not finish third in the knockout games. There is no doubt that we can lift the trophy as well. If our boys play together as a unit, they will surely win and show,” he said.

He also praised their defense for putting up an impressive show this season. Before the tournament started, BC Ramesh had claimed that the Bulls were among the best defensive teams this season. The performance of the players ensured that his words were right.

“I had said before that my team was among the top four teams with the best defense and it has proven,” he added.

Young defender Deepak Sankar has been one of the best this season. He is third in the defensemen's standings with 59 points entering so far. Bengaluru Bulls skipper Yogesh Dahiya is sixth on the list with 51 tackle points. Sanjay Dhull has also impressed with 38 wickets.