Quick Info
| Profession | Wrestler, Travelling Ticket Examiner |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 16/11/1990 |
| Age | 35 years |
| Birthplace | Gadwali Kheda Village, Jind, Haryana |
Latest News about Somvir Rathee
01/2025
Vinesh Phogat and Somvir Rathee welcomed their first child, a baby boy, in early 2025. The couple shared the first adorable glimpse of their newborn on social media, with fans celebrating the arrival of the 'fighter'. This joyful family event followed Vinesh's political victory and pregnancy announcement in late 2024.
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 8" (173 cm) |
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| Weight | 65 Kg (143 lbs) |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Pratap Singh Memo. Sr. Sec. School, Sampla Road, Kharkhoda, Distt. Sonipat, Haryana |
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Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Vinesh Phogat (wrestler) |
| Marriage Date | 13/12/2018 |
| Marriage Place | Balali Village, Charkhi Dadri District, Haryana |
Family
| Father | Rajpal Rathee |
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| Mother | Saroj Rathee |
| Siblings | Brother - Ashish Rathee |
| Spouse | Vinesh Phogat |
| Children | Son (born 2025) |
| Other Relative(s) | Sister-in-Law - Geeta Phogat, Babita Kumari (wrestlers, Vinesh Phogat's sisters) |
Career
| Overview | Somvir began his wrestling journey at a young age and actively participated in several inter-school competitions. He has earned numerous medals in inter-state championships including a bronze medal and two gold medals at the national level, and has represented India in various wrestling meets. Additionally, he took up the role of a Travelling Ticket Examiner in Rajasthan Railways in 2016, where he met his future wife, Vinesh Phogat. |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Somvir grew up in a village in Haryana, nurturing his passion for wrestling from an early age. | |
| 2. He has a notable record in inter-state wrestling competitions, showcasing his dedication to the sport. | |
| 3. Somvir's engagement proposal to Vinesh at the airport was a memorable moment, celebrated with a unique oath during their wedding. | |
| 4. He actively participated in the recent protests led by Vinesh Phogat and other wrestlers against the Wrestling Federation of India. |