The 2012 Elite Football League of India season or 2012 EFLI season was the debut season of

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and began on 22 September 2012. Eight franchises contested for the Elite Bowl, among whom five located in

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, two in

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and one in

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. The Pune Marathas claimed the title after defeating

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6–0 in the Elite Bowl I on 10 November 2012 and became the first ever champions of an Elite Bowl.

Broadcasting

Games were shown on

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and

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with four matches per week on Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday.

Teams

Venues

Regular season

Standings

;East: ;West: * Advanced to the Elite Bowl Qualifier

Fixtures

Following a complete list with results.

Playoffs

Elite Bowl Qualifier

Elite Bowl I

Awards

Roshan Lobo, a

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of the Warhawks, was named MVP of the season.

References

{{Elite Football League of India Elite Football League of India seasons 2012 in American football 2012 in Indian sport