Raja Ranvir Kumar

Born on November 18, 2004, in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, this young kabaddi player has an inspiring story fueled by passion and determination. Growing up in a close-knit family, with his father Rajkumar working as an electric linesman and his mother Rita Devi taking care of the household, he learned the values of hard work and perseverance early on. He is the youngest among his siblings, with two elder brothers, Raju and Rajiv, and a younger sister, Rajni, all of whom he adores. His journey into the world of kabaddi began at the age of 15 when he got a chance to represent his school. Since then, his love for the sport has only grown. Playing as a Left Corner Defender, he takes pride in his exceptional ankle hold, a skill that he has mastered under the guidance of his coaches, Jagdish Sir and Chandrashekhar at the Gurujaat Sangh, Jamshedpur. Participating in significant tournaments like the Sun Junior National in 2019 and Junior National in 2024, he dreams of one day representing India and competing in the Pro Kabaddi League. Inspired by his favorite player Pawan Sehrawat, he admires his raiding skills and aspirations are high as he continues to hone his talents, aiming for greatness in the world of kabaddi.