Sohail Khan: India’s renowned martial arts player and pride of Madhya Pradesh, Sohail Khan, who is known as the “Golden Boy of MP” across the country. Once again the honor of the nation has been increased. India has brought laurels on the international stage by winning the silver medal in the Kudo World Cup 2025 held in Bulgaria.

For his extraordinary achievement, Bollywood superstars Akshay Kumar, Dimple Kapadia and Jackie Shroff honored Sohail Khan and his coach Dr. Mohammad Ejaz Khan in a special ceremony. This felicitation ceremony was dedicated to the excellent performance of Indian Kudo and the hard work of the players.

‘Every obstacle can be overcome with determination’

Actor Akshay Kumar has been supporting Kudo for a long time. He has praised Sohail Khan’s dedication, discipline and dedication to the country. He said that players like Sohail are an inspiration for the youth of India who believe that every obstacle can be overcome with hard work and determination. Dr. Mohammad Ejaz Khan was also honored in this ceremony. Who has trained and technically guided Sohal for years as his mentor and personal coach.

Coach Khan said that Sohail’s journey is proof that when hard work, humility and faith are together, the talent of small towns can also reach the world stage.

‘Be consistent and stay humble’

While addressing the function, Kudo player Sohail Khan said that it does not matter where you come from. What matters is where you reach. Whether you are from a village or a small town like Sagar like me, just identify your goal, work hard, be consistent and stay humble. His message has become a source of inspiration for the youth of the entire country, which shows that passion and dedication can overcome any limits.

Asian Kudo Championship 2025, respectable performance

After the success in the World Cup, Sohail Khan represented India in the Asian Kudo Championship 2025, which was held in Tokyo, Japan from 1 to 5 November 2025. They performed brilliantly and reached the quarter-finals, where they lost to Japan in a close match 1-0. His performance was appreciated on the international stage and India’s growing strength was once again validated.

Major achievements of Sohail Khan

1. World Champion – 2017 (Kudo World Cup)

2. Historic Silver Medal – Kudo World Cup 2025 (Senior Category, Bulgaria)

3. Six-time international gold medal winner

4. 22 times National Gold Medalist (KIF Ranked)

5. First Indian to win an international medal in Kudo (Bronze – Eurasian Cup, Armenia)

6. World Ranking 12 and Asian Ranking 2 (–250 kg category) – India’s highest ranking

7. Best Player of the Tournament – ​​National Kudo Championship

8. Representation – Senior Kudo World Championship 2023 and Asian Championship 2025 (Tokyo, Japan)

9. Appointed to the post of Inspector in Income Tax Department under Sports Quota.

empowering the new generation

Sohail Khan’s journey from Sagar of Madhya Pradesh to the World Jumping Forum is a symbol of dedication and humility. Under the guidance of his coach Dr. Mohammed Ejaz Khan and the leadership of his mentor Mehul Vora, Founder and Head Coach, Kudo India, Sohail is inspiring and empowering the youth of the country. His story is a living example of the fact that dreams have no limits, faith, discipline and continuous efforts are the keys to success.