Second Kabaddi Player Murdered in Punjab Within a Week: Bishnoi Gang Claims Responsibility and Issues Threats

Nov 05, 2025 01:58 pm CST

In a disturbing trend of violence against kabaddi players in Punjab, Gurwinder Singh has become the tenth player murdered since 2016. The Lawrence Bishnoi gang has claimed responsibility for this killing, highlighting the growing connections between the popular sport and organized crime networks in the region. This follows the recent murder of national-level player Tejpal Singh, revealing how kabaddi's financial prominence has attracted criminal elements and drug money.