Bio/Wiki
Real Name | Rakesh Kumar |
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Nickname | India's Kabbadi King |
Physical Stats & More
Height | 5’ 11” |
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Weight | 78 kg |
Eye Color | Black |
Hair Color | Black |
Personal Life
Hometown | Nizampur, Delhi, India |
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Religion | Hindu |
Hobbies | Workout |
Marital Status | Unmarried |
Relationships & More
Affairs/Girlfriends | Not Known |
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Wife | N/A |
Family
Father | Not Known (Farmer) | ||||
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Mother | Not Known | ||||
Siblings |
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Career
International Debut | 2003 |
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Jersey Number | #7(India), #7(Pro Kabaddi League) |
Domestic/State Team | U Mumba, Indian Railways, Northern Railways, Chhillar Club and Patna Pirates |
Position | All Rounder/Raider |
Career Turning Point | World Cup in 2004 |
Favourites
Favourite Food | Papaya |
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Favourite Kabaddi player | Anup Kumar |
Favourite Actor | Aamir Khan |
Some Lesser Known Facts
Rakesh Kumar does not smoke. | |
Rakesh Kumar does not drink alcohol. | |
He was the vice-captain of the India national kabaddi team that won the gold medal at the 2007 World Cup. | |
Rakesh Kumar is renowned for his signature Lion Jump move. | |
Initially, he played for the Patna Pirates in the Pro Kabaddi League before moving to U Mumba in 2016. | |
He currently serves as a chief ticket inspector in the Indian Railways. | |
At the first Pro Kabaddi League auction, he received the highest bid of 12.8 Lacs (INR) from team owners. | |
He was honored with the Arjuna award in 2011. | |
Rakesh Kumar has won the Asian Games gold medal twice. | |
The Pro Kabaddi League team U Mumba is owned by Unilazer Sports, where Rakesh plays. | |
He served as the captain of the Patna Pirates in the Pro Kabaddi League. |