LUCKNOW, Aug. 22 -- Spirited side UP Yoddhas on Thursday unveiled their new jersey ahead of the upcoming Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 at an event here. The team also announced its new captain Sumit Sangwan and Ashu Singh as vice-captain, two players who have been with the franchise since Season 7, for the new season. "It's a big responsibility and I am excited for the new season as I am not going to leave any stone unturned to take the team to the top of the table," Sumit Sangwan said on the occasion. "It is an honour to lead UP Yoddhas in Season 12. The team has shown immense faith in me, and I want to repay that by delivering strong performances on the mat. We have a tight-knit group, and with the support of our fans, we are determined to make this season memorable," he added. Team's head coach Jasveer Singh said: "We have built a squad that balances experience with exciting new talent. The focus has been on giving our young players the confidence to play with freedom, while the senior members provide guidance and stability." The Yoddhas have retained 13 players from last season, keeping the core group intact while adding exciting signings from the auction to strengthen their squad in key positions. Ashu Singh will be Sumit's trusted lieutenant and his deputy, with the duo expected to fortify their setup on the mat throughout the coming campaign. Besides this, six players have also been promoted from Yuva Yoddhas, the franchise's developmental side that trains at the UP Yoddhas Academy, which is a state-of-the-art facility designed to roll out world-class training....