Quick Info
| Profession | Footballer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 15/12/1976 |
| Age | 49 years |
| Birthplace | Tinkitam, Sikkim, India |
Latest News about Bhaichung Bhutia
15/10/2025
Following India's exit from the AFC 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers, Bhaichung Bhutia reiterated his stance that Sunil Chhetri's decision to reverse his retirement was a mistake for both Chhetri and Indian football. He also suggested that senior players like Chhetri and Gurpreet Singh Sandhu should retire to allow the next generation to take over.
12/06/2025
Bhaichung Bhutia criticized AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey, accusing him of destroying Indian football, following India's 0-1 defeat to Hong Kong in the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers. Bhutia also questioned the decision to bring Sunil Chhetri out of international retirement, calling it a mistake.
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Bio/Wiki
| Nickname | Sikkimese Sniper |
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| Zodiac sign/Sun sign | Sagittarius |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Hometown | Tinkitam, Sikkim |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5’ 8” | ||||||
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| Weight | 67 kg | ||||||
| Eye Color | Black | ||||||
| Hair Color | Black | ||||||
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Personal Life
| School | St. Xaviers School, Pakyong, East Sikkim |
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| Religion | Athiest |
| Food Habit | Non-Vegetarian |
| Political Inclination | Hamro Sikkim Party |
| Hobbies | Playing Basketball, Dancing |
| Marital Status | Divorced |
| Marriage Date | 30/12/2004 |
Relationships & More
| Wife/Spouse | Madhuri Tipnis (2004-2015) Hotel Professional | ||||
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Career
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| Jersey Number | 15 | ||||
| Position | Striker | ||||
| Foot | Right | ||||
| Coach/Mentor | Karma Bhutia (His Uncle) | ||||
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| Career Turning Point | In 1997, when he scored a hat-trick against Mohun Bagan |
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Style Quotient
| Car Collection | Audi |
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| Net Worth | ₹17 Crore (as per 2016) |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Bhaichung Bhutia does not smoke. | |
| 2. He joined the Boys Club in Gangtok at age 14 where his uncle Karma Bhutia was the chief coach. | |
| 3. Bhutia trained in football at Sikkim’s Tashi Namgyal Academy before moving to SAI Gangtok. He was awarded the best player in the 1992 Subroto Cup. | |
| 4. On April 15, 2000, he made history as the first Asian Player to score a goal in an English professional game. | |
| 5. India won various titles and championships under his captaincy. | |
| 6. In 2009, Bhutia emerged as the champion of the dance reality show 'Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa'. | |
| 7. He founded the Bhaichung Bhutia Football Schools in Delhi on October 28, 2010, in collaboration with Carlos Queiroz and Nike. |