Manoj Kumar punching another boxer in the ring.
Indian boxing veteran, two -time Olympian, Gold and Bronze medalist Arjuna Awardee Manoj Kumar announced his retirement from the game. He thanked all the people who supported him in his success journey. No
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Manoj said, it is a very emotional moment to say goodbye to the game for any athlete. He credited his coach Rajesh Kumar Rajaund for his sacrifice and guidance and described the basis of his success. Being emotional, he said, “If Rajesh Sir, I would not have recognized as an Olympian boxer. He showed me big dreams and removed every obstacle in my way to achieve them.”
Recalling his early struggles, Manoj said that as the son of the farmer and a soldier in the army, he never let limited resources come in the way of his ascendant and hard work. Coach Rajesh had only one goal- to increase the pride of his village Rajaund by making me the Olympian and Arjuna Award winner. I did not make poverty an excuse and remained firm on my goal. My whole life revolves around boxing.
Academy opened in Samasipur village Before his retirement, his coach Rajesh Kumar has established Manoj Kumar Boxing Academy in his name in Samasipur village on NIT-Kirmich Road in Kurukshetra to bring his legacy to the next generation. This academy will become a medium to share our experiences and lessons with young athletes, who will win medals for India in the Olympics.
Manoj Kumar established the Boxing Academy.
Coach made the king of ring Manoj thanked his coach Rajesh Kumar, his brother and boxing partner Mukesh Kumar, his family, Indian Railways, Boxing Federation and all the coaches who guided him for years. It was because of his encouragement that I became the king of the ring.
Manoj said that after retirement, he will dedicate himself to train youth and take Indian boxing to new heights. His guidance and experience will guide the boxers coming.
Coach said- Boxing was taken to new heights On Manoj Kumar’s retirement, his coach and Guru Rajesh Kumar said that Manoj Kumar is a great boxer. He got his boxing iron not only in India but internationally and brought to new heights of boxing. His incredible achievements and kind personality have left an indelible mark on the sports world. Hard work, determination, dedication and discipline make them a great athlete.
Boxer Manoj Kumar with coach Rajesh Kumar Rajaund.
Being emotional, he said that Manoj has illuminated the name of the country with his game. Manoj will be a source of inspiration for the coming generations. Manoj’s retirement has led to an end to an era in Indian boxing, but his achievements and motivational personality will always keep him alive in the hearts of athletes and fans.
Major Achievement of Manoj Kumar
Awards and Honors: • Arjuna Award (2014) – by Government of India • Bhima Award (2018) – By Haryana Government
Olympic Performance: • London Olympic 2012-Pre-Quarter Finalist • Rio Olympic 2016-Pre-Quarter Finalist
Gold Medal: • Commonwealth Games (2010) • South Asian Games (2016) • Grand Prix European Boxing Tournament • Doha International Tournament (2015) • Senior National Boxing Championships (2016, 2017)
Bronze medal: • Commonwealth Games (2018) • World Olympic qualifying Championship (2016) • Senior Asian Boxing Championship (2007, 2013)
Other major achievements: • 6th in the world rankings for three consecutive years (2012-2015) Participated