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Nalanda’s Bajrangi Kumar Named in India U-18 Rugby Squad for Asian Championship in China
✍️ Amar Ujala · Patna
🗓 02 Sep 2026, 06:36 AM
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Bajrangi Kumar from Nalanda, Bihar, has been selected for the Indian Under‑18 rugby team that will compete in the Asian Championship in China on September 5‑6, 2026.
The Indian Rugby Federation announced on Monday that Bajrangi Kumar, a 17‑year‑old athlete from Nalanda in Bihar, has earned a place in the national Under‑18 squad. The selection comes after a series of trials conducted across the country, and Kumar’s performance secured him a spot among the 30‑member contingent.
The team is scheduled to travel to China for the Asian Under‑18 Rugby Championship, slated for 5‑6 September 2026. The tournament will feature emerging talent from across the continent, providing a platform for young Indian players to gain international exposure.
Four players from Bihar, including Kumar, have been named in the squad, highlighting the state’s growing contribution to Indian rugby. Reports note that Kumar’s journey began in modest circumstances, with his mother supporting the family by selling tea while encouraging his sporting ambitions. His selection underscores the potential that can emerge from humble beginnings when combined with dedication and support.
The team is scheduled to travel to China for the Asian Under‑18 Rugby Championship, slated for 5‑6 September 2026. The tournament will feature emerging talent from across the continent, providing a platform for young Indian players to gain international exposure.
Four players from Bihar, including Kumar, have been named in the squad, highlighting the state’s growing contribution to Indian rugby. Reports note that Kumar’s journey began in modest circumstances, with his mother supporting the family by selling tea while encouraging his sporting ambitions. His selection underscores the potential that can emerge from humble beginnings when combined with dedication and support.