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Deepak Niwas Hooda (Kabaddi) Biography: Age, Career, Family and More
Quick Info
Date of birth10 June 1994
Age30 Years (as of 2024)
BirthplaceChamaria, Rohtak
ProfessionKabaddi Player, Politician
NationalityIndia
Marital statusMarried
SpouseSaweety Boora
FamilyFather - Ram Niwas; Mother - a housewife; Sister - 1 (elder)
Deepak Niwas Hooda (Kabaddi) Biography
Deepak Niwas Hooda is an Indian kabaddi player and politician from Rohtak, best known for captaining the Indian national kabaddi team. A decorated raider,
Early life and backgroundDeepak Niwas Hooda was born on 10 June 1994 in Chamaria, Rohtak, and grew up in Haryana. He lost his mother at a very young age and his father while he was in school, circumstances that forced him to pause formal studies and take up work to support his family. He later returned to complete his education and graduated. As a youth he also worked as a teacher at the same institute where he had studied.
Hooda developed an early interest in sport. Alongside teaching, he committed to kabaddi practice, often travelling to nearby villages to train. He lists horse riding, cricket and swimming among his hobbies. He is known to be an early riser who prefers morning workouts.
Physical profile
Hooda is listed at about 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in) tall and around 80 kg (176 lbs). His approximate body measurements include a 42-inch chest, 32-inch waist and 14-inch biceps. He has black hair and black eyes.
Career
Hooda’s domestic breakthrough came with performances at the senior national level. He was part of the Haryana team that won gold at the Senior National tournament in Patna in 2014 and later contributed to Rajasthan’s bronze at the 67th Senior National Kabaddi Championship.
He entered the Pro Kabaddi League in 2014 when the Telugu Titans acquired him in the inaugural auction. Hooda moved to Puneri Paltan for two seasons, captaining that side in Season 5. In Season 6 he joined Jaipur Pink Panthers, and later featured for Bengal Warriors in Season 9. His signature raiding technique is the running hand touch, a swift move designed to touch a defender’s hand and retreat to the safety of the midline.
At the international level, Hooda made his debut at the South Asian Games in Guwahati in 2016 and won gold. The same year he was part of the Indian squad that won the Kabaddi World Cup. He collected further international medals over the next years, including gold at the 2017 Asian Kabaddi Championship and a bronze at the 2018 Asian Games in Jakarta. He also won gold at the Dubai Kabaddi Masters in 2018 and led India to gold at the 2019 South Asian Games as captain.
Awards and recognition
Hooda’s achievements on the mat were recognised with the Arjuna Award in 2020. In the Pro Kabaddi League he earned the Best Raider award in Season 6 (2018). He has also been a high-value player at auctions, with notable bids that reflected his status among top raiders.
Other professional activities
Beyond playing, Hooda has launched a nutrition and supplement business in Rohtak called DNH Nutrition. He has appeared in brand endorsements for several companies and has been featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated India, along with teammates. He was also one of the central figures in the documentary Son of the Soil, which focused on the Jaipur Pink Panthers and associated personalities.
Public profile
Hooda married boxer Saweety Boora on 7 July 2022. Saweety won gold at the 2023 Women’s World Boxing Championship. Hooda has a visible presence on social media and shares aspects of his training, charity interests and personal life. He is known to feed street animals and keeps a pet dog named Panther. He also has a tattoo of his wife on his arm.
Political involvement
In February 2024 Hooda joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), marking a formal entry into politics alongside his sporting career.
Controversies
The licensed excerpt includes mention of allegations and legal complaints involving Hooda and his wife that gained attention in 2025, including FIRs and a widely circulated video. These matters were the subject of counter-complaints and public statements by those involved.
Latest updates
Hooda continues to be active in sports, business and public life. Recent years have seen him combine playing, entrepreneurship and political engagement while maintaining a high public profile through endorsements, media appearances and social initiatives.
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Recent Work
Launched a nutrition and supplement store in Rohtak.
Not specifiedPlayed for Bengal Warriors in Pro Kabaddi League Season 9.
Not specifiedCareer Highlights
- Captain of the Indian national kabaddi team
- Arjuna Award – 2020
- Best Raider Award (Pro Kabaddi League Season 6) – 2018
- Gold medal – 2016 Kabaddi World Cup Ahmedabad
- Gold medal – 2017 Asian Kabaddi Championship
- Bronze medal – 2018 Asian Games Jakarta
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