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The way debutants approach their first season is crucial. They can either look at it as a stern test under the bright lights or they could simply play freely, knowing that they aren't going to be the center of attraction. The players who have followed the latter approach, have managed to truly light up Pro Kabaddi season 5 with some impeccable athleticism and technique. Let's take a look at 5 of the most promising debutants of the league so far.
#1 Sachin Tanwar
60 points in 9 games, Sachin Tanwar has quickly established himself as a force to be reckoned with. He's played every single game for Gujarat Fortunegiants so far and has rarely put a foot wrong. A livewire with bundles of energy, Sachin is as active as they get on the mat.
Not a moment of rest awaits the defenders when he steps up to raid. Still only 18-years-old, it's scary to think the heights that Sachin can scale in the next few years. He's played a vital role in Gujarat's ominous home form.
#2 Abozar Mighani
Another player from Gujarat who has made his mark is Iranian defender, Abozar Mighani. Surender Nada and Mohit Chhillar have for 4 seasons, owned the tag of deadly duo. However, that looks set to change in season 5. Alongside Fazel Atrachali, Abozar has formed a potent partnership. He's already scored 26 tackle points in just 9 games and has displayed confidence rarely seen among Pro Kabaddi's foreign recruits. He's managed to instill doubt even within the best raiders of the league.
#3 Vikas Kandola
As I write this piece, Vikas Kandola ended another night with a supremely dominating performance against U.P Yoddha. He scored a massive 9 raid points and is slowly clawing his way up the ladder. 31 raid points in 5 matches, Kandola has done little wrong in the limited time he's been part of Pro Kabaddi. Excellent footwork combined with a calm mind and raw pace, he has all the necessary traits that every raider craves for. His coach continues to lavish praise on him but that has never unsettled the youngster who never ceases to amaze.
#4 Vishal Bhardwaj
One of the most polarizing figures in the league, you could argue Vishal is extremely petulant at times. But then there are times when he forces everyone to take notice with his immaculate diving tackle technique. There's no doubt that the 20-year-old is a promising player but he'll have to minimize his mistakes if he has ambitions of catapulting his game to greater heights. 28 tackle points in 10 games are not a bad return at all for a man making his Pro Kabaddi debut.
#5 Darshan Kadian
With just 3 games under his belt, some may debate the inclusion of U Mumba's Darshan Kadian on this list. His style reminds us of Rishank Devadiga. Both of them move extremely well and are agile despite their rock solid and massive torsos. Darshan is blessed with pace and strength and under the tutelage of Anup Kumar, he will learn the ropes from one of the wisest in the game. Unlike the other debutants on this list, Kadian is a tad cautious in his approach. If he can correct that part of his game, he could be a vital player at U Mumba.
