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RahulKumar

Footballer (defender)

  • Born
  • BirthplaceChandigarh, India
  • Died
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  • 5+top-flight clubs

Rahul Kumar was a defender who played across Indian football’s top flight for Pune, Mohun Bagan, Chirag United, Salgaocar and Churchill Brothers.

From school football to the I-League

Born in Chandigarh, he rose through school tournaments and played for Punjab in the 2005 Santosh Trophy, earning a contract with the new club Pune, which he helped win promotion to the I-League in 2009.

Career and legacy

He then played for Mohun Bagan, Chirag United, Salgaocar, Southern Samity and Churchill Brothers before retiring in 2016 through illness. He died in May 2021, aged 36.

Timeline

  1. 1985Born in Chandigarh on 25 March
  2. 2005Santosh Trophy for Punjab
  3. 2008Debut for Pune
  4. 2009Promotion to the I-League
  5. 2010Joins Mohun Bagan
  6. 2021Dies on 20 May

Quick questions

Where was Rahul Kumar born?

Rahul Kumar was born in Chandigarh, India. Born in Chandigarh, where he started out in school tournaments.

When was Rahul Kumar born?

Rahul Kumar was born on 25 March 1985. Rahul died on 20 May 2021.

What is Rahul Kumar known for?

Rahul Kumar is known for Pune FC, Mohun Bagan and Salgaocar.

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