Rapolu Pavan Kumar

Born on September 14, 2002, in the vibrant town of Karimnagar, Telangana, this young kabaddi enthusiast has always had a passion for the game. Growing up in a close-knit family with supportive parents—his father, Rapolu Ravi, a dedicated farmer, and his mother, Laxmi, a nurturing homemaker—he found his love for kabaddi at the tender age of 14. Since then, kabaddi has woven itself into the fabric of his life, becoming his favorite sport from childhood. Training under the guidance of his coach, Prasant, at the Karimnagar Club, he plays the left-right raider position. His agility and finesse shine through with his signature skill: the hand touch, inspired by his favorite player, Rohit Kumar. While balancing his sports aspirations with studies, he is currently in his third year of an Undergraduate course in Business Administration, always keeping an eye on his education. Though he hasn't participated at the national level yet, he proudly represented his school in the SGFI U19 tournament in 2019. His younger sister, Ananya, cheers him on. As he dreams of stepping into the Pro Kabaddi League in the future, his determination and enthusiasm make him a player to watch in the coming years.