Sandeep Narwal is an Indian professional kabaddi player known for being a part of the Indian team winning gold at the 2016 Asian Games. He played Pro Kabaddi League representing Telegu Titans, Patna Pirates, Puneri Paltan, U Mumba, Dabang Delhi, and U. P. Yoddhas. He is also an Income tax inspector in Delhi. 1
Wiki/Biography
Sandeep Narwal, also known as The Beast by his fans, was born on Monday, April 5, 1993 (age 30 years; as of 2023) in Kathura Village, Sonepat, Haryana, India. His zodiac sign is Aries. Sandeep Narwal completed his schooling at Government Senior Secondary School, Sonepat, Haryana. He further pursued his education at Dwarka Public School, Dwarka, New Delhi. He completed his graduation at Delhi University.
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 11″
Weight (approx.): 78 kg
Hair Colour: Black
Eye Colour: Black
Body Measurements (approx.): Chest: 42”; Waist: 34”; Biceps: 16”
Family
Parents & Siblings
Sandeep Narwal’s father’s name is Dilbag Narwal who was a former kabaddi player and had represented India in Asian Games.
Sandeep Narwal with his father
His mother is a housewife.
Sandeep with his mother
He has two younger brothers named Sonu Narwal and Ravinder Narwal.
A picture of Sandeep’s brother Sonu Narwal
A picture of Sandeep’s brother Ravinder Narwal
Wife & Children
Sandeep Narwal is married.
Sandeep Narwal with his wife
The couple has a son.
Sandeep Narwal’s son
Religion
Sandeep Narwal follows Hinduism. 2
A picture of Sandeep Narwal in a temple
Career
Position: Left – Right Raider/ Right Corner
Jersey Number: 10
League: Pro Kabbadi League
Debut: Junior Asiad (2011); Patna Pirates (2014)
Coached By: Jayaveer Sharma, Jagdish Narwal
Teams Played For: Patna Pirates (2014 – 2016), Telegu Titans (2016), Puneri Paltan (2017- 2018), U Mumba (2019), Dabang Delhi(2021), and U. P. Yoddhas (2022)
National Career
Sandeep Narwal with his Haryana state Kabaddi team
Pro Kabaddi League
Sandeep Narwal began his Pro Kabaddi League career with Patna Pirates and was an essential member of the team for the first three seasons taking the team to the semifinals in Season 2 and winning the title in Season 3.
Sandeep Narwal with his Patna Pirates team
Sandeep Narwal played with Telugu Titans in season 4. Telugu Titans did not make the playoff despite some inspired performances from Sandeep. In Season 5, Puneri Paltan bought him for 72.6 lakhs at the auction. He was used as a right-corner defender as well as a backup raider. Puneri Paltan retained him for Season 6 after they lost in the playoffs. For Season 7, U Mumba bought Sandeep in the auctions for 89 lakhs.
Sandeep Narwal in his U Mumba jersey
In season 8, he played with Dabang Delhi K.C. and earned 64 total points in 24 matches. Sandeep played season 9 with U. P. Yoddhas.
International Career
Sandeep Narwal first played for the Indian team in the Junior Asiad in 2011, where he caught the eye of several coaches due to his performances. He was part of the Indian team which won the Gold medal in the South Asian Games 2016. He was also part of the title-winning Indian team for the Kabaddi World Cup 2016 and Dubai Masters 2018. He was also part of the Indian team who won the bronze medal in the 2018 Asian Games after losing to Iran in the semifinals.
Playing Statistics
Raiding
Matches Played: 158
Total Raids: 852
Raid Points: 297
Avg. Time on Mat (%): 55.95
Avg. Out Rate (%): 22.91
Avg. Strike Rate (%): 39.65
Effective Points: 168
Tackling
Matches Played: 158
Main Tackles: 718
Tackle Points: 347
Avg. Time on Mat (%): 58.08
Avg. Out Rate (%): 48.31
Avg. Strike Rate (%): 53.98
Avg. Success Assists (%): 108
Awards & Achievements
Awards
- Arjuna Award (2021)
Sandeep Narwal with his Arjuna Award
- BHIM Award 3
Achievements
- Best Defender of the Tournament – Season 3
- Pro Kabaddi League Title – Season 3
Medals
- 2011 Junior Asiads – Gold
- 2016 South Asian Games – Gold
- 2016 Kabaddi World Cup – Gold
- 2018 Dubai Masters – Gold
- 2018 Asian Games – Bronze
Car Collection
Sandeep Narwal owns Mahindra Thar and Skoda Rapid.
Sandeep Narwal with his Mahindra Thar
A picture of Sandeep Narwal’s Skoda Rapid
Salary
Sandeep has a base salary of 30 Lakh per season in PKL. ((The Hindu))
Favourites
- Actor: Abhishek Bachchan
Facts/Trivia
- Sandeep Narwal started playing kabaddi when he was only eight years old. To improve his Kabaddi skills, Sandeep regularly played at U-14, U-17, and U-19 levels and faced tough opponents.
- Sandeep has a passion for playing volleyball and has even admitted that he would skip meals rather than skip playing volleyball.
- His signature move is the ‘block’. It involves standing in front of the opponent who is trying to escape and blocking their path. This move is extremely difficult as it requires a lot of strength to stop a fast and strong raider.
- Sandeep Narwal was awarded the Best Defender of the Season in Pro Kabaddi League Season 3 while representing the Patna Pirates.
- Sandeep Narwal is a dog lover and has pet dogs.
Sandeep Narwal with his pet dogs
- During his free time, Sandeep Narwal enjoys swimming.
Sandeep Narwal in a swimming pool
