Pawan Sehrawat Age, Bio, Stats, Records, Rivalries, PKL Career & Achievements (2026)

Has a brilliant career Akash has also grown into one of the finest raiders in Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) history. The Delhi-born star is known for his ability to unleash deadly pace, fearless raids, and incredible athleticism, which has entertained countless kabaddi fans across the world. Known as the “Hi-Flyer,” Pawan went from being a promising juvenile to becoming one of the biggest superstars of Indian kabaddi.

This included winning the PKL title with Bengaluru Bulls, going on to earn one of the highest contracts for any player in league history, and record performances across multiple seasons. This despite the fact that he had very serious injuries along his journey and continued to represent India at the highest level.

Pawan Sehrawat Profile

Attribute	Details
Full Name	Pawan Kumar Sehrawat
Nickname	Hi-Flyer
Date of Birth	9 July 1996
Age	30 Years (2026)
Birthplace	New Delhi, India
Height	5 ft 10 in (178 cm)
Weight	Approx. 82 kg
Position	Raider
Nationality	Indian
Education	Delhi University
Current Profession	Professional Kabaddi Player
PKL Debut	Season 3
Playing Style	Right Raider

Early Life and Family

Pawan Sehrawat comes from a humble farming family from Bawana, Delhi. Rajbeer Singh, his father, noticed Gooda’s talent at an early age and, despite not being in the best shape in terms of money, a lapar broke out only a limited opportunity to guide him and went on to train the young boy into a mean kabaddi player.

Pawan was not initially an extraordinary player. But over time his commitment to training started to pay off, and he began to floor faster, stronger, and more balanced. Those hard-running hand touches and reckless bonus attempts soon became his trademark.

Pawan Sehrawat PKL Journey

Before becoming one of India’s finest raiders, Pawan experienced several ups and downs in the Pro Kabaddi League.

Pro Kabaddi Career Timeline

Season	Team	Performance
Season 3	Bengaluru Bulls	PKL Debut
Season 4	Bengaluru Bulls	Limited opportunities
Season 5	Gujarat Giants	Impact substitute
Season 6	Bengaluru Bulls	MVP, Champions
Season 7	Bengaluru Bulls	League’s Top Raider
Season 8	Bengaluru Bulls	Highest Raid Points
Season 9	Tamil Thalaivas	Injured early
Season 10	Telugu Titans	Successful comeback
Season 11	Telugu Titans	Lead Raider
Season 12	Tamil Thalaivas	Experienced campaigner

PKL Career Statistics

Pawan Sehrawat has consistently ranked among the league’s highest-scoring raiders.

Category	Statistics*
Matches Played	140+
Total Raid Points	1300+
Total Points	1400+
Successful Raids	1000+
Super 10s	70+
Super Raids	40+
Average Raid Points	Excellent
Successful Raid %	60%+

Statistics may increase as new seasons are completed.

Season-Wise Performance

Season 6 – The Breakthrough

Season 6 completely changed Pawan’s career.

Highlights:

• Won PKL Championship
• League MVP
• 282 points
• Multiple Super 10s
• Dominated knockout matches

His outstanding performance in the final remains one of the finest individual displays in PKL history.

Season 7 – Record-Breaking Year

Season 7 witnessed the absolute peak of Pawan Sehrawat.

Achievements include:

• Over 350 total points
• Top Raider of the tournament
• Numerous match-winning raids
• Historic 39-point performance

His consistency made Bengaluru Bulls one of the strongest teams in the competition.

Injury Setback

Before Season 9, he was sold for ₹2.26 crore to Tamil Thalaivas in the most expensive buy-in PKL auction history.

But his campaign ended prematurely after a significant knee injury in the fixture’s first match.

Instead of folding, he did rehab and came back in future seasons even better than before.

International Career

Pawan has also enjoyed remarkable success while representing India.

Major International Achievements

Tournament	Medal
South Asian Games 2019	Gold
Asian Kabaddi Championship 2023	Gold

His aggressive raiding has helped India maintain dominance in international kabaddi.

Major Records of Pawan Sehrawat

Pawan has created several milestones throughout his career.

Record	Achievement
PKL MVP	Season 6
Most Raid Points in Single Match	39
PKL Champion	Bengaluru Bulls
Multiple Seasons as Top Raider	Yes
One of PKL’s Most Expensive Players	Yes
Arjuna Award Recipient	Yes

Playing Style

Pawan Sehrawat is widely regarded as one of the most explosive raiders in kabaddi history.

His biggest strengths include:

• Running hand touch
• Toe touch
• Bonus point expertise
• Dubki escape
• Lightning acceleration
• Excellent balance
• Calm finishing under pressure

His athleticism is why fans nicknamed him the Hi-Flyer.

Biggest Rivalries

Every sporting legend develops memorable rivalries, and Pawan is no exception.

1. Pawan Sehrawat vs Pardeep Narwal

This remains one of the biggest rivalries in Pro Kabaddi history.

Pawan Sehrawat	Pardeep Narwal
Speed Raider	Dubki Specialist
Explosive Running Hand Touch	Record-breaking Raider
Season 6 MVP	Multiple PKL Records
Bengaluru Bulls Legend	Patna Pirates Legend

Their clashes have produced some of the highest-scoring encounters in PKL history.

2. Pawan Sehrawat vs Naveen Kumar

Both players represent the modern generation of elite raiders.

Comparison:

• Speed
• Agility
• Bonus collection
• Match-winning ability

Whenever their teams meet, fans eagerly anticipate the battle between these two stars.

3. Pawan Sehrawat vs Deepak Niwas Hooda

Although they play different roles, Deepak Niwas Hooda and Pawan Sehrawat have often faced each other in crucial PKL matches.

Deepak is known for his all-round abilities, leadership, and defensive contribution, while Pawan specializes in aggressive raiding. Their tactical battles have entertained PKL audiences for years.

Awards and Honors

Award	Year
PKL Most Valuable Player	Season 6
Arjuna Award	2023
PKL Champion	Season 6
Gold Medal – South Asian Games	2019
Gold Medal – Asian Kabaddi Championship	2023

Career Achievements

Some of Pawan’s greatest accomplishments include:

• PKL Champion
• Multiple-time Top Raider
• League MVP
• Over 1,300 career raid points
• 70+ Super 10s
• 40+ Super Raids
• Arjuna Award winner
• International Gold Medalist
• Among the highest-paid kabaddi players

Pawan Sehrawat Net Worth

Although exact earnings are private, his income comes from multiple sources.

Income Source	Details
PKL Salary	Multi-crore contracts
Brand Endorsements	Sports brands
Government Employment	RBI (earlier association)
Appearance Fees	Kabaddi events
Sponsorships	Various partnerships

Estimated Net Worth: ₹8-15 Crore (approximate public estimates).

Social Media Presence

Pawan remains active on social media, sharing training sessions, match updates, and motivational content with fans.

Platform	Status
Instagram	Active
Facebook	Active
X (Twitter)	Active

Deepak Niwas Hooda – Quick Profile

Since many fans compare these two stars, here’s a quick overview of Deepak Niwas Hooda.

Detail	Information
Full Name	Deepak Niwas Hooda
Age	32 Years (2026)
Position	All-Rounder
PKL Teams	Telugu Titans, Puneri Paltan, Jaipur Pink Panthers
Major Achievement	Former India Captain
Wife	Boxer Saweety Boora
Playing Style	All-rounder

Deepak Hooda Stats

Category	Career Highlights
PKL Seasons	Featured in every PKL era
Role	Raider & Defender
India	Gold Medal Winner
Leadership	Former Indian Captain

Interesting Facts About Pawan Sehrawat

• Nicknamed “Hi-Flyer.”
• One of the most expensive PKL auction buys.
• Holds the record for 39 raid points in a single PKL match.
• Won MVP in Season 6.
• Has represented India in multiple international tournaments.
• Arjuna Award recipient.
• Among the most popular kabaddi athletes on social media.

FAQs about Pawan Sehrawat