Manish Kaushik Height, Weight, Age, Girlfriend, Family, Biography & More
Manish Kaushik Height, Weight, Age, Girlfriend, Family, Biography & More
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Hometown: Devsar, Bhiwani
Height: 5' 8"
Age: 25 Years
Bio/Wiki | |
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Full Name | Subedar Manish Kaushik check sources SportsKeeda |
Profession | Boxer |
Famous for | Representing India at the Tokyo Olympics 2020 ![]() |
Physical Stats & More | |
Height (approx.) | in centimeters**- 172 cm** in meters**- 1.72 m** in feet & inches**- 5’ 8”** |
Weight (approx.) | in kilograms**- 60 kg** in pounds**- 132 lbs** |
Body Measurements (approx.) | - Chest: 40 inches - Waist: 32 inches - Biceps: 14 inches |
Eye Colour | Black |
Hair Colour | Black |
Cricket | |
Medal(s) | • Silver in Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast 2018 (Lightweight) ![]() • Bronze in World Championships in Yekaterinburg 2019 (Light-welterweight) • Gold in BOXAM International Boxing Tournament 2021 ![]() |
Personal Life | |
Date of Birth | 11 January 1996 (Thursday) |
Age (as of 2021) | 25 Years |
Birthplace | Devsar, Bhiwani, Haryana, India |
Zodiac sign | Capricorn |
Nationality | Indian |
Hometown | Devsar, Bhiwani, Haryana, India |
School | • He did his primary schooling from Devsar village. • For secondary education, Manish attended a school in Bhiwani. |
College/University | Government College of Education, Bhiwani |
Educational Qualification | Graduate check sources SportsKeeda |
Religion | Hinduism |
Caste | Brahmin ![]() |
Relationships & More | |
Marital Status | Unmarried |
Family | |
Wife/Spouse | N/A |
Parents | Father- Somdutt Sharma (farmer) Mother- Devaki Devi (homemaker) ![]() |
Siblings | Brother- Vipin Kaushik (works at Bhiwani Welfare Department) Sister- Pooja |
Favourite Things | |
Food | Churma |
Travel Destination | Italy |
Colour | Black |
Athlete | Milkha Singh |
Some Lesser Known Facts About Manish Kaushik
Manish Kaushik is an Indian pugilist. He is one of the nine boxers who would represent India at the Tokyo Olympics 2020.
He grew up in a financially weak family in Devsar, Bhiwani. In order to give a better life to his family, Manish decided to step into boxing when he was still a teenager.
His parents wanted him to focus on his studies, therefore, he used to wake up at 4 a.m. and practice boxing, maintaining a balance between his studies and boxing.
He started professional boxing in 2008.
Manish won a gold medal in the 32 Kg weight category in the Kayo National Cup, Thane, in 2009.
He then participated in the Doha International Boxing Tournament in 2015 and again bagged a gold medal.
Manish Kaushik with the Indian boxing team
In 2018, he won a gold medal in the Asian Game Test Event held in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Subsequently, he took part in the Commonwealth Games and managed to win a silver medal (2018).
Manish Kaushik during a boxing event
In 2019, Manish won a bronze medal in the AIBA International Boxing Tournament.
In 2021, he became a gold medalist in the BOXAM International Boxing Tournament after defeating a Denmark’s boxer.
Manish Kaushik during a boxing tournament
In addition to boxing, he is also a Joint Commissioned Officer (JCO) at the Indian Army (as of 2021).
He helps his parents on the field whenever he is free.
He lives in the village Devsar of Bhiwani with his joint family which consists of his parents, siblings, 2 uncles, 2 aunts, and cousins.
When Manish began boxing, his father was not happy with it. However, after looking at his passion for boxing, he started supporting Manish.
He is a fitness enthusiast and visits the gym daily.
Manish Kaushik inside the gym
To maintain a physical and mental balance in his life, Manish practices Yoga every day.
Manish Kaushik doing Yoga
Manish was placed at World rank 5 in boxing in 2019.
Manish Kaushik’s Instagram story
In 2021, during one of the episodes of Mann Ki Baat, PM Narendra Modi praised Manish for his boxing talent.
Manish Kaushik with PM Narendra Modi
Manish is not the first person from his family to make a career in sports. His Paternal uncle was also a national-level athlete at some time.
He has a deep faith in Lord Hanuman.
Manish Kaushik with the idol of Lord Hanuman
Manish is a recipient of the Arjuna Award, for his immense contribution to boxing. He received the award in 2020.
Manish Kaushik with Arjun Award
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