Vijay Malik is an Indian kabaddi player. In 2023, he was acquired by Professional Kabaddi League team UP Yoddhas for Rs 8.5 million and he became one of the highest-paid all-rounders. He plays as a left attacker in the all-around category.
Wiki/Biography
Vijay Malik was born on Saturday, May 3, 1997 (26 years old; as of 2023) in Mahra village, Sonipat, Haryana. His zodiac sign is Taurus. He studied at Panjab University, Chandigarh.
appearance
Height (approximately): 5′10″
Weight (approximately): 65kg
Hair color: black
Eye color: dark brown
family
He was born into the Jat family.
Parents and siblings
His father Jadbir Singh was a farmer.
Vijay Malik’s parents
wife
He is unmarried.
Profession
The country’s
While studying in college, he started participating in various kabaddi tournaments. He has participated in various kabaddi tournaments of Chandigarh Kabaddi Association, Alipur Kabaddi Association and Delhi ITB Police. He then participated in the New Young Players (NYP) competition, a kabaddi tournament from which he was selected for the Professional Kabaddi League. In 2021, he won the All India Kabaddi Championship.
Vijay Malik wins All India Kabaddi Championship 2021
Professional Kabaddi League
In 2017, Patna Pirates, a team of the Professional Kabaddi League, acquired him for a basic amount.
Vijay Malik in Patna Pirates jersey
In 2018, he was retained by Patna Pirates. He played for Dabang Delhi KC from 2019 to 2022, and in 2021, his team won the tournament.
Vijay Malik during Dabang Delhi KC match
Vijay Malik wins Pro Kabaddi League trophy
In 2023, he was acquired by UP Yoddhas for Rs 85 lakh to participate in the 10th season of the Pro Kabaddi League.
Vijay Malik in UP Yoddhas team
Favorites
Facts/Trivia
- He trained under several kabaddi coaches including Krishan Kumar Hooda and Sushil Kumar.
Vijay Malik and his coach Sushil
- He is a religious man and often visits various religious places.
Vijay Malik in temple
- In his spare time, he enjoys horseback riding.
Vijay Malik riding a horse
- He follows a regular exercise regimen to stay fit.
Vijay Malik while working out
Categories: Biography
Source: HIS Education