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Sukesh Hegde (Kabaddi) Biography: Age, Career, Family and More

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated September 14, 2026 • 6 min read

Quick Info

Date of birth2 October 1989

Age34 Years

BirthplaceKadthala village, Karnataka

ProfessionKabaddi Player (Raider)

NationalityIndian

Marital statusMarried

SpouseKrithika Hegde

FamilyMother is a homemaker; father's name not listed

Sukesh Hegde (Kabaddi) Biography

Sukesh Hegde is an Indian professional kabaddi raider from Kadthala village, Karnataka. A Pro Kabaddi League veteran, he has represented teams including Te

Early life and background

Sukesh Hegde was born on 2 October 1989 in Kadthala village, Karnataka. He grew up in the same region and later attended Alva's College in Moodbidri, where he completed his graduation. Sukesh developed an early interest in athletics and joined his school athletics team before moving to kabaddi during his formative years.

He is fluent in Kannada, English and Hindi. Outside sport, he pursues creative and fitness-related interests: painting, photography, swimming, yoga and gym training. He emphasizes a disciplined diet of largely unprocessed, homemade food to support a long athletic career. Sukesh is also known for caring for street animals and owns a pet husky.

Career

Sukesh's competitive kabaddi pathway took shape at state and national levels. He joined the Karnataka state team in 2013 and remained associated with state-level competition for over eight years. His national exposure grew when he represented India at the 12th South Asian Games in 2016, where he was part of the gold-medal winning squad.

His Pro Kabaddi League journey began with the Telugu Titans in season 1 (2014). Over subsequent seasons he featured for several franchises, including Gujarat Giants (also listed as Gujarat Fortune Giants), Tamil Thalaivas, Bengal Warriors and Patna Pirates. He captained the Gujarat side during PKL season 5 and was a member of the Bengal Warriors squad that won the Pro Kabaddi League title in 2019.

Sukesh trained in the PKL's Indian camp in 2014 and helped Karnataka secure a bronze at the 65th Senior National Kabaddi Championship in 2017. He has cited strong defenders he faced in the league—naming Manjeet Chillar as among the toughest—and has reflected publicly on challenging moments such as being benched during important matches.

Beyond professional clubs, Sukesh balances a role outside the sport as an employee of the Bank of Baroda. Looking ahead, he has expressed a desire to transition into coaching after his playing career to help develop new talent and to inspire young people in his home village.

Public profile

Sukesh stands about 1.80 meters (5'11") tall and his playing weight is listed at roughly 82 kilograms. Approximate body measurements reported include a 42-inch chest, 34-inch waist and 15-inch biceps. He wears the number 7 jersey in competition.

He has received recognition at the state level, including the Karnataka State Ekalavya Award and a public honour from the Karnataka government during Karkala Utsava in 2022. His sporting achievements include the 2016 South Asian Games gold medal and the 2019 PKL title with Bengal Warriors.

Personal life

Sukesh is married to Krithika Hegde, an electronics and computer engineer. The couple both attended Alva's College in Moodbidri. His mother is a homemaker; his father's name is not publicly listed in the available information. Sukesh follows Hinduism and lists his zodiac sign as Libra.

Latest updates

Recent mentions highlight state recognition in 2022 and his continued interest in coaching after retirement. He remains active in fitness, community animal welfare and promoting healthy habits among aspiring athletes.
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Recent Work

Pro Kabaddi League title

Member of the Bengal Warriors squad that won the Pro Kabaddi League in 2019.

2019
South Asian Games

Part of India's gold-medal winning kabaddi team at the 12th South Asian Games (2016).

2016
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Career Highlights

  1. Represented India and won gold at the 12th South Asian Games (2016)
  2. Pro Kabaddi League champion with Bengal Warriors (2019)
  3. Joined Karnataka state kabaddi team (2013) and competed for over eight years
  4. Captain of Gujarat Fortune Giants in PKL Season 5
  5. Bronze at the 65th Senior National Kabaddi Championship (2017)
  6. Recipient of the Karnataka State Ekalavya Award
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sukesh Hegde (Kabaddi) born?

2 October 1989

What is Sukesh Hegde (Kabaddi) known for?

Kabaddi Player (Raider)

What is Sukesh Hegde (Kabaddi)’s marital status?

Married

Who is Sukesh Hegde (Kabaddi) married to?

Krithika Hegde