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Height: 5′ 6″ Hometown: Pune, Maharashtra Age: 25 Years
| Bio/Wiki | |
|---|---|
| Profession | Kabaddi Player |
| Nickname | Akki [1]Akshay Bodake’s Instagram Story |
| Physical Stats & More | |
| Height (approx.) | in centimeters– 167 cm in meters– 1.67 m in feet & inches– 5’ 6” |
| Weight (approx.) | in kilograms– 65 kg in pounds– 143 lbs |
| Body Measurements (approx.) | – Chest: 40 Inches – Waist: 32 Inches – Biceps: 13 Inches |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Career | |
| Jersey number | #33 |
| Team played (PKL) | Patna Pirates |
| Personal Life | |
| Date of Birth | 7 August 1998 (Friday) |
| Age (as of 2023) | 25 Years |
| Birthplace | Pune, Maharashtra |
| Zodiac sign | Leo |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Hometown | Pune, Maharashtra |
| School | M.E.S. Bhave High School, Pune |
| Educational Qualification | Higher Secondary Eduction at M.E.S. Bhave High School, Pune |
| Hobbies | Travelling, Running, Dancing, Hiking, Swimming |
| Relationships & More | |
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Family | |
| Wife/Spouse | N/A |
| Parents | Father– Jaywant Bodake (an International Kabbadi player) Mother– Name Not Known |
| Siblings | He has a sister. |
| Style Quotient | |
| Car Collection | He owns Maruti Suzuki Artiga and Swift |
| Bike Collection | Royal Enfield |
Some Lesser Known Facts About Akshay Jaywant Bodake
- Akshay Jaywant Bodake is an Indian Kabaddi player who came into the limelight in 2022 when he participated in the 9th season of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) as a raider in the Patna Pirates team.
- After completing his formal education, he moved to Gandhinagar in Gujarat to take professional training in Kabaddi at the Sports Authority of India (SAI).
Akshay Jaywant Bodake with his coach at SAI, Gandhinagar, Gujarat
- Thereafter, Akshay Jaywant Bodake began participating in many national-level Kabaddi championships. He often plays for Pune University.
Akshay Jaywant Bodake during a prize distribution ceremony at Pune University
- In April 2023, he competed in the Men’s Open Group Kabaddi competition organized by Shri Balvikas Sports Mandal, and his team Chetak Sports Club Balewadi earned the second position.
Akshay Jaywant Bodake after winning the Men’s Open Group Kabaddi competition organized by Shri Balvikas Sports Mandal in 2023
- Akshay Jaywant Bodake then participated in the Yuva Kabaddi Series from the Maharashtra team in 2023.
Akshay Jaywant Bodake after winning the Yuva Kabaddi Series in 2023
- During the tenth season of the Pro Kabaddi League, he was picked by the Bengal Warriors team for Rs. 13 Lakhs. However, in November 2023, he underwent surgery on his left knee and was ruled out of the Pro Kabaddi League season 10.
Akshay Jaywant Bodake while playing for Bengal Warriors
- Soon, after his dismissal from the PKL in season 10, he shared his views with his fans on social media. Akshay Jaywant Bodake wrote,
Despite all of my efforts and thoughts to give it a try this season without surgery, unfortunately it won’t be possible for me to play this season.”
Akshay Jaywant Bodake after his knee surgery
- In his free time, he likes travelling to distant places, running, cycling, swimming, and hiking.
Akshay Jaywant Bodake while practising dancing
- Akshay Jaywant Bodake is a fitness enthusiast and goes to the gym regularly. He often shares pictures of his gym sessions on social media.
Akshay Jaywant Bodake while working out at a gym
- He is an ardent follower of Lord Ganesha.
Akshay Jaywant Bodake while worshipping Lord Ganesha
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