Pawan Sehrawat

Some Lesser Known Facts About Pawan Sehrawat

• Hailing from India, Pawan Sehrawat is an acclaimed Kabaddi player renowned for his raiding skills. He has exhibited his prowess on several teams in the Pro Kabaddi League, including the Tamil Thalivas, Gujrat Giants, and Bengaluru Bulls. He has also had the honor of being part of the Indian Railway Kabaddi Team.

  

• From a young age, Pawan dove into the world of Kabaddi, distinguishing himself in district and state leagues. His exceptional performance caught the attention of coach Randhir Singh during the Northern Railway’s trials, which led to him assuming the position of Head TE with Indian Railways. This allowed him to display his defensive abilities on a national stage.

  

• In his inaugural season, he impressively amassed 45 raid points and 8 tackle points across 13 matches.

• The 2019 South Asian Games saw Pawan representing India and distinguishing himself as a top raider, bagging a gold medal in the process. He steered his team to a resounding victory over Sri Lanka with a commanding score of 51-18 points, marking his spectacular debut on the Indian team.

  

• Pawan made history by becoming the highest-paid player in league history, picked up by Tamil Thalaivas for a staggering 2.26 crores. His exceptional raiding skills earned him recognition as the top raider for three consecutive seasons (6th, 7th, and 8th).

  

• In 2021, Pawan set a record by scoring the highest point in a single match – 39 – earning him the PKL Rank 1. ^[3]Bengaluru Bulls – Facebook

• Pawan is fondly referred to as the Hi-Flyer by both his teammates and his fans.

• In April 2023, JSW Sports revealed that Pawan was appointed as the Assistant Manager at the Reserve Bank of India, making him the first Kabaddi player to accomplish such a feat. ^[4]JSW Sports

  

• Pawan’s jersey number, 17, is significant to him. He once posted a photo of his school’s identity card on social media, revealing that 17 was his roll number.

• His signature move, the Running Hand Touch, is characterized by his swift and unpredictable movements as he aims to touch the defender’s hand and reach the safe zone.

• Pawan engages with his followers on his YouTube channel, which boasts over 50K subscribers. Here, he shares his daily life, fitness videos, training schedules, and personal routines.

  

• In his spare time, Pawan enjoys playing badminton and listening to music. He sticks to a regular gym routine to keep himself fit and gain strength.
  

  

  

• Travel and nature hold a special place in Pawan’s heart, with him describing himself as a “nature lover.”

• While Pawan loves to have tea, he also has a deep love for coffee and often indulges in a variety of blends. Starbucks is one of his favorite coffee shops. ^[5]Pawan Sehrawat – YouTube

  

• A connoisseur of street food, particularly from Delhi, Pawan adheres to a vegetarian diet. ^[6]Pawan Sehrawat – YouTube

  

• Pawan has collaborated with various sports brands such as Fast&Up, Optimum Nutrition, and more for sponsorships.