Vignesh M.

Vignesh, born on April 14, 2001, hails from Kadhavor, Avadi, Tamil Nadu, to parents Murugesan T, an advocate, and Mallika, a dedicated homemaker. He grew up alongside an elder brother named Hari Krishnan and an elder sister named Sangeetha. Kabaddi runs in the family as his elder brother is a current player for Seven Brothers in Ambattur. Starting his Kabaddi journey at the age of 15, Vignesh swiftly demonstrated versatility by excelling in multiple positions, including Right Cover Defender and both Right and Left Raider roles. Under the guidance of coach Damodharan, who not only plays but also coaches for Seven Brothers Ambattur, Vignesh honed his skills at various grounds, including Ambattur Dhanlope Ground, Ambattur School Ground, and his home ground. Vignesh holds his coach, Damodharan, in the highest regard, considering him not only as a mentor but also as a father-figure, attributing his success to Damodharan's teachings. Apart from Kabaddi, Vignesh exhibits prowess in football, showcasing his athletic abilities beyond the Kabaddi mat. His impressive list of achievements includes being a participant in School Nationals representing GK Shatty Vivekandan Vidyalaya School, winning the District CBSE Cluster, representing the Senior and Junior teams of Tiruvallur at the state level, and various other participations and victories at district, state, and national levels. Having completed his MBA in 2024, Vignesh harbors aspirations of becoming a Sub Inspector or a professional Kabaddi player, driven by the desire to make his coach proud. With talent, dedication, and respect for his coach guiding his path, Vignesh is poised for greatness in both Kabaddi and beyond.