Vishal Bhardwaj is an Indian Kabaddi player. He was one of the members of the Indian men’s Kabaddi team that won gold at the 2022 Asian Games held in Hangzhou, China in 2023.
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Wiki/Biography
Vishal Bhardwaj aka Vishal Bhardwaj Dehlan was born on Wednesday, 1 January 1997 (age 26 years; as in 2023) in village Dehlan, Una, Himachal Pradesh. Their zodiac sign is Capricorn.
Vishal Bhardwaj’s childhood picture
He did his schooling from Government Senior Secondary School, Dehlan, Una. When he was in 8th class, he started training in Kabaddi. After this he was selected in SAI Training Centre, Bilaspur. He represented Himachal Pradesh in the Junior Nationals as the team captain. He performed well in the match and was then selected for the India camp. Later, he did BA from Govt. Post Graduate College, Una.
Physical Appearance
Height: 5′ 11″
Weight (Approx): 70 kg
Hair Color: Black
Eye colour: brown
Family
parents and siblings
His father Vidya Sagar was a milk seller and has passed away. His mother Anju Bhardwaj is a housewife. His sister’s name is Kanika Bhardwaj.
Vishal Bhardwaj’s parents
Vishal Bhardwaj with his mother and sister
Wife
He is unmarried.
livelihood
National
In 2020, he participated in the 67th Senior National Kabaddi Championship. He has also played for the teams of Himachal Pradesh, NWA (Narwal Academy) and AI (Air India). As of 2023, he has played more than 99 matches.
international
After playing in various national competitions, he represented India in international competitions. Some of the international tournaments in which he has played are Asian Kabaddi Championship 2022 and Asian Games 2022.
Vishal Bhardwaj’s trophies
Pro Kabbadi League
In 2016, he was picked by Pro Kabaddi League team Telugu Titans for Rs 6.60 lakh. He was retained by Telugu Titans from Season 4 to Season 7.
Vishal Bhardwaj playing for Telugu Titans
In 2021, Puneri Paltan acquired him for Season 8 for Rs 60 lakh.
Vishal Bhardwaj playing for Puneri Paltan
In 2022, he was again acquired by Telugu Titans for Rs 30 lakh. He was the captain of Telugu Titans for three seasons. He became the vice-captain of Dabang Delhi KC team in 2023.
Vishal Bhardwaj- Vice Captain of Dabang Delhi KC
medal
Sleep
- 2023: Asian Kabaddi Championship in Busan, South Korea
- 2023: Asian Games Hangzhou, China
Vishal Bhardwaj with gold medal in Asian Games
bike collection
Royal Enfield Bullet 350
Vishal Bhardwaj and his motorcycle
car collection
Mahindra Scorpio N SUV
Vishal Bhardwaj with his car
Favorite
- Quote: I believe in hard work
- Web Series: Money Heist (2017)
- Player: Rohit Sharma
Facts/General Knowledge
- His family and friends fondly call him Kaif.
- He is known as ‘Ankle-Assassin’ in Kabaddi for his strong ankle grip.
- Vishal Bhardwaj’s magic also worked because Vishal Bhardwaj initially played basketball in the Under-14 team of Himachal Pradesh team. However, gradually his interest in Kabaddi started increasing. He started as a raider in Kabaddi. Later, he became a left cornerback defender.
- In an interview, he shared that he was inspired by Indian Kabaddi player Ajay Thakur. He further said that his dream was to join the Indian Army or Indian Police.
- He has been trained under various Indian Kabaddi coaches like Anuj Kumar, Srinivas Reddy and Sushil Kumar.
Vishal Bhardwaj with one of his coaches
- In his free time he likes to travel to different places.
Vishal Bhardwaj during his holidays
- To maintain his fitness, he regularly works out in the gym.
Vishal Bhardwaj in the gym
- He is a religious person and frequently visits various temples.
A photograph of Vishal Bhardwaj in a temple
- She has been featured in print advertisements for various brands such as Acetis Nutrition and Spark Sports.
Vishal Bhardwaj in a print advertisement for Spark Sports
- Vishal Bhardwaj is an ardent animal lover.
Vishal Bhardwaj with dog
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