Shivam Patare

Shivam Anil Patare, born on June 22, 2003, in Takalibhan, Ahmednagar, Maharashtra, is a prominent kabaddi player representing Ahmednagar District in the KMP YKS 2024 tournament. Son of Anil Patare, a retired PT teacher, and Mangal Patare, a homemaker, Shivam has been deeply rooted in the sport from a young age. Shivam's kabaddi journey began in the 3rd standard under the guidance of his father, who himself was a kabaddi player at the university level. Encouraged by his father's legacy, Shivam's passion for kabaddi blossomed, leading him to persuade the PT teacher at his school to initiate a kabaddi team, thus marking the inception of his remarkable journey in the sport. Specializing as a Left Raider, Shivam possesses exceptional skills in executing bonus moves, which have proven to be instrumental in securing crucial points for his team. His relentless training regimen is overseen by a distinguished panel of coaches, including his father Anil Patare, along with Kailash Jagdale, Anil Jagdale, Rahul Kokane, Wasim Inamdar, Aslam Inamdar, and Manpreet Singh. Together, they polish Shivam's technique and strategic prowess, ensuring his continuous growth and development as a kabaddi player. Shivam's talent and dedication have earned him prestigious representations at various levels, including the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) with the Haryana Steelers, district tournaments, state championships, and Junior Nationals. Notable highlights of his career include securing third place in the Khelo India Youth Games in 2020 and 2022. One of Shivam's career-defining moments came during the Pro Kabaddi League season 10 when he achieved his first super 10 while playing for the Haryana Steelers against the Telugu Titans. This remarkable feat solidified his position as a formidable player in the league and garnered widespread acclaim. Beyond kabaddi, Shivam maintains a keen interest in cricket and actively participates in other sports to enhance his overall athleticism. Currently pursuing his education in the 2nd year of BSc, Shivam harbors ambitious aspirations of representing India on the international stage, driven by his unwavering passion and dedication to the sport.