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

Quick Info

Date of birth1 January 1997

Age27 Years

BirthplaceDehlan, Una, Himachal Pradesh

ProfessionKabaddi Player

NationalityIndian

Marital statusEngaged

FamilyMother: Anju Bhardwaj; Father: Vidya Sagar (deceased); Sister: Kanika Bhardwaj

Vishal Bhardwaj (Kabaddi) Biography

Vishal Bhardwaj is an Indian kabaddi defender from Dehlan, Una, Himachal Pradesh. A left-corner specialist, he has represented India at major international

Early life and background

Vishal Bhardwaj was born on 1 January 1997 in Dehlan, Una, Himachal Pradesh. He grew up in the same region and attended Government Senior Secondary School in Dehlan before completing his graduation at Govt. Post Graduate College, Una. He began playing competitive sport early, including a spell with under-14 basketball for Himachal Pradesh, and started formal kabaddi training around class eight under his school sports teacher.

His early promise in kabaddi led to selection for training at the SAI Training Centre in Bilaspur. During his formative years he began as a raider but transitioned into a defensive role, ultimately settling as a left-corner defender. He captained Himachal Pradesh teams in age-group and junior national competitions and earned selection to India camp thanks to his performances.

Career

Vishal established himself professionally through a mix of domestic and franchise competitions. He has played for Himachal Pradesh teams, Narwal Academy (NWA), and Air India, accumulating near a century of matches by 2023.

In the Pro Kabaddi League, he entered the auction in 2016 when Telugu Titans signed him for Rs 6.60 lakh. Telugu Titans retained him from season 4 through season 7, and he served as the team's captain for three seasons. At the 2021 auction he was acquired by Puneri Paltan for Rs 60 lakh. Telugu Titans reacquired him in 2022 for Rs 30 lakh, and in 2023 he joined Dabang Delhi K.C. as vice-captain.

On the international stage, Vishal has been part of successful Indian squads. He was a member of the team that won gold at the 2022 Asian Games in Hangzhou (held in 2023) and also won gold at the 2023 Asian Kabaddi Championship in Busan, South Korea. He has appeared in tournaments such as the 67th Senior National Kabaddi Championship (2020) and other international fixtures.

Playing style and coaching

Known by nicknames including Kaif and Ankle-Assassin, Vishal operates primarily as a left-corner defender. He has worked with coaches including Anuj Kumar, Srinivas Reddy, and Sushil Kumar. His background as a former raider informs his defensive technique, and he maintains a regular fitness regimen to compete at the top level.

Public profile

Vishal stands around 180 cm (5'11") tall and weighs about 70 kg (154 lbs). He has brown eyes and black hair. Off the mat, he enjoys travel, has featured in print campaigns for brands such as Asitis Nutrition and Spark Sports, and shares an affinity for dogs on social media. He has spoken in interviews about aspiring to serve in the Indian Army or police earlier in life and cites Indian kabaddi player Ajay Thakur as an inspiration.

Personal life

Vishal comes from a family rooted in Una. His father, Vidya Sagar, who worked as a milk seller, is deceased. His mother is Anju Bhardwaj, and he has a sister named Kanika Bhardwaj. As of 2024 he is engaged; his fiancée is Deepti Parashar, and their engagement took place on 7 July 2024.

Latest updates

As of 2023 Vishal had played approximately 99 matches and was part of India’s gold-medal squads at the Asian Kabaddi Championship and the Asian Games. In 2023 he served as vice-captain for Dabang Delhi K.C. in the Pro Kabaddi League. He continues to train and compete, balancing franchise duties with appearances for state and national teams.
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Recent Work

Asian Games 2023 (Hangzhou, China)

Member of the Indian men's kabaddi team that won gold

2023
Asian Kabaddi Championship

Gold medal with India in Busan, South Korea

2023
Pro Kabaddi League — Dabang Delhi K.C.

Selected as vice-captain

2023
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Career Highlights

  1. Gold medal with India at the 2022 Asian Games (held in 2023) in Hangzhou
  2. Gold medal at the 2023 Asian Kabaddi Championship in Busan
  3. Captain of Telugu Titans for three Pro Kabaddi League seasons
  4. Played in Pro Kabaddi League for Telugu Titans, Puneri Paltan and Dabang Delhi K.C.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Vishal Bhardwaj (Kabaddi) born?

1 January 1997

What is Vishal Bhardwaj (Kabaddi) known for?

Kabaddi Player

What is Vishal Bhardwaj (Kabaddi)’s marital status?

Engaged