Bio/Wiki
| Full name | Kumam Udanta Singh |
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| Known as | The Flash |
| Profession | Footballer (forward) |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 170 cm |
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| Weight | 65 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Personal Life
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Relationships & More
| Affairs/Girlfriends | Not known |
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Family
| Father | Not known |
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| Mother | Not known |
Career
| International Debut | 24/03/2016 against Iran at Azadi Stadium, Tehran, Iran |
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| Jersey Number | #15 (India), #21 (Bengaluru FC) |
| Domestic/State Team | Bengaluru FC, Mumbai City FC, Oxford United, FC Goa |
| Awards/Honours | 2014: Tata Football Academy – Best Gentleman Cadet, 2016: Football Players Association of India (FPAI) – Young Player of the Year |
Favourites
| Sportsperson | Roger Federer, Usain Bolt |
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| Footballer | Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| Udanta Singh showcased versatility by playing in various positions like midfielder, attacking midfielder, winger, and forward. | |
| He drew inspiration from his uncle Kumam Samson Singh, a former I-League player, to pursue a career in football. | |
| Through a successful trial at the Tata Football Academy, Udanta earned a spot in its esteemed roster. | |
| In 2011, he represented the Jharkhand state football team at the National Games. | |
| Udanta participated in the India U22 National Camp in 2014 and the All Asia Nike Camp in Australia in 2013. | |
| During an exposure trip to China in 2013, he scored a hat-trick against the China U-16 team. | |
| He made his debut for Bengaluru FC in the Durand Cup in 2014 and his I-League debut in 2015. | |
| In 2015, Udanta assisted Sunil Chhetri in securing a vital goal in the AFC Cup group stage match, becoming the youngest Indian to do so in AFC competitions. | |
| Udanta scored his first goal for Bengaluru FC in the AFC Cup match against Persipura Jayapura in 2015, setting a record as the youngest Indian goal scorer in the AFC Cup. | |
| He was part of Bengaluru FC's journey to the final of the AFC Cup in 2016. | |
| Udanta represented the Indian national football team in prestigious tournaments like the Intercontinental Cup and the King’s Cup. | |
| He played a significant role in Bengaluru FC's victories in the I-League, Federation Cup, and the ISL. | |
| During the 2016 ISL season, Udanta had a short loan stint with Mumbai City FC. | |
| His contract extension with Bengaluru FC spans until the 2023-2024 season. | |
| Udanta opted not to continue with Bengaluru FC beyond the 2022-2023 season and signed a pre-contract with FC Goa. | |
| He acquired the nickname 'The Flash' due to his exceptional speed on the football field. |
