Vivek Sagar Prasad Height, Age, Family, Biography
Vivek Sagar Prasad Height, Age, Family, Biography
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Age: 24 Years
Religion: Hinduism
Hometown: Itarsi, Madhya Pradesh
| Bio/Wiki | |
|---|---|
| Profession(s) | • Field Hockey Player • Deputy Superintendent of Police in Madhya Pradesh police |
| Physical Stats & More | |
| Height (approx.) | 5' 3" (161 cm) |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Field Hockey | |
| International Debut | Team India Under-18- 2017 Team India- 2018 |
| Jersey Number | #32 (India)  |
| Domestic/State Team(s) | • Bhopal Police • Petroleum Sports Promotion Board |
| Coach/Mentor | Ashok Kumar Dhyanchand  |
| Position | Midfielder |
| Medals | Gold • 2023: Asian Games in Hangzhou  • 2023: Men's Asian Champions Trophy in Chennai Silver • 2018: Men's Hockey Champions Trophy in Breda • 2018: Summer Youth Olympics in Buenos Aires • 2022: Commonwealth Games in Birmingham  Bronze • 2018: Asian Games in Jakarta • 2021: Summer Olympics in Tokyo  • 2024: Paris Olympics  |
| Awards, Honours | • Player of the Tournament at the Sultan of Johor Cup (2017) • Player of the Tournament in the Asian YOG Qualifier (M) (2018) • Leading Goalscorer Award in the Asian YOG Qualifier (M) (2018) • FIH Men’s Rising Star of the Year (2019)  • Best Young Player of the Tournament at the FIH Men's Series Finals (2019) • Vikram Award (2020) • Arjuna Award (2021)  • FIH Young Player of the Year (2021) • FIH Pro League Player of the Match in a match against Argentina (2023)  • Best Young Player of the Match in the Asian Champions Trophy in a match against Pakistan (2023)  • Milestone Award from Hockey India for completing 100 international matches (2024)  |
| Personal Life | |
| Date of Birth | 25 February 2000 (Friday) |
| Age (as of 2024) | 24 Years |
| Birthplace | Shivnagar Chandon, Itarsi, Madhya Pradesh, India |
| Zodiac sign | Pisces |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Hometown | Itarsi, Madhya Pradesh |
| School | Govt. Ordnance Factory Higher Secondary School, Itarsi, Madhya Pradesh |
| Religion | Hinduism  |
| Tattoo | The word "Believe" on his right triceps  |
| Social Media | • Instagram • Facebook • Twitter |
| Relationships & More | |
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Family | |
| Parents | Father- Rohit Sagar Prasad (Teacher) Mother- Kamla Devi (Homemaker)  |
| Siblings | Brother-1 • Vidya Sagar Prasad (Software Developer) Sister(s)-2 • Pooja Prasad • Poonam Prasad  |
| Favourites | |
| Film | Bollywood- Chak De! India (2007) |
| Food | Manchurian, Aloo Paratha |
Some Lesser Known Facts About Vivek Sagar Prasad
Initially, Vivek’s father didn’t support him as he didn’t believe Vivek could make a good career out of hockey in India. He wanted Vivek to make a career through academics.
His siblings and his mother encouraged him to pursue his dreams and would often protect Vivek from getting beaten up by his father for playing hockey.
He was noticed by his mentor, Ashok Kumar Dhaynchand, in a local senior-level tournament in Akola, Maharashtra, in 2013.
Vivek Sagar Prasad with his mentor Ashok Kumar Dhyanchand
Thereafter, Ashok Kumar invited Vivek for a trial in his hockey academy in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, which he readily accepted.
Vivek stayed with Ashok Kumar for 2 months before joining his hockey academy, where he developed his skills.
In 2016, he suffered a life-threatening injury to his collarbone during a practice match and needed immediate surgery.
He was the captain of the Indian junior hockey team at the 2018 Summer Youth Olympics.
Vivek Sagar Prasad while playing in the Summer Youth Olympics
He is the second-youngest hockey player to debut for the senior Indian team at the age of 17 years in 2018.
He was a key player for India during the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, Japan.
Vivek Sagar Prasad trying to take control of the ball at the Summer Olympics
He used to play chess, badminton, and cricket before starting hockey.
In 2021, the chief minister of Madhya Pradesh, Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced a Rs. 1 crore cash reward for Vivek Sagar Prasad for his performance at the 2020 Summer Olympics.
Vivek was also made DSP (Deputy Superintendant of Police) in the Madhya Pradesh police by him in the same year.
Vivek Sagar Prasad in his DSP uniform
He is a fitness enthusiast and enjoys working out in the gym.
Vivek Sagar Prasad during a workout session
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