PKL 2018: Captain Cool Anup Kumar retires from international kabaddi

On behalf of our entire Jaipur Pink Panthers team, we would like to wish Anup, all the best for all his future endeavours, says Jaipur owner, Abhishek Bachchan

Anup Kumar, one of the most impactful kabaddi players the country has seen, on Wednesday announced his retirement before the start of Jaipur Pink Panthers vs Gujarat Fortunegiants match on Wednesday, with immediate effect, drawing curtains to an illustrious 15-year career.

A veteran in the sport, Arjuna awardee Anup began his international career in 2006 at the South Asian Games in Sri Lanka. He led India to gold medal at the Asian Games and was also part of the team which repeated the feat in the 2014 edition.

The 35-year-old had also led India to memorable Kabaddi World Cup title triumph in 2016.

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