Quick Info
| Profession | Kabaddi Player |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 15/04/1982 |
| Age | 43 years |
| Birthplace | Nizampur, Delhi, India |
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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 | ||||
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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
| 1. Rakesh Kumar does not smoke. | |
| 2. Rakesh Kumar does not drink alcohol. | |
| 3. He was the vice-captain of the India national kabaddi team that won the gold medal at the 2007 World Cup. | |
| 4. Rakesh Kumar is renowned for his signature Lion Jump move. | |
| 5. Initially, he played for the Patna Pirates in the Pro Kabaddi League before moving to U Mumba in 2016. | |
| 6. He currently serves as a chief ticket inspector in the Indian Railways. | |
| 7. At the first Pro Kabaddi League auction, he received the highest bid of 12.8 Lacs (INR) from team owners. | |
| 8. He was honored with the Arjuna award in 2011. | |
| 9. Rakesh Kumar has won the Asian Games gold medal twice. | |
| 10. The Pro Kabaddi League team U Mumba is owned by Unilazer Sports, where Rakesh plays. | |
| 11. He served as the captain of the Patna Pirates in the Pro Kabaddi League. |