Maninder Singh, who you may also know as Mighty Maninder or Mani, is a very successful raider in Indian kabaddi. Born on 31st January 1990 in Dasuya, Punjab, he developed an interest in the sport at a young age and saw to it that his natural talent in sports grew into a professional career. As of 2026, he is 36 years old. He is known for his powerful running hand touches, quick acceleration, and ability to change the momentum of a match within a few raids. The Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India reports his date of birth as 31 January 1990 and notes that he is from Punjab.

Maninder Singh Biography

Standing at a height of 6 feet (183 cm), Maninder has a physical presence that goes with his aggressive raiding style. In the Pro Kabaddi League, he is mainly a raider and, for large parts of his career, has been among the top point-getters. His strength, reach, balance, and speed combine well, which in turn makes it very hard for defenders to contain him. Also reported in many bio sources is that he plays at a weight of 75 kg, which may vary between published reports.

Career

Maninder’s career started in the first season of the Pro Kabaddi League in 2014, which saw him play for the Jaipur Pink Panthers. Later, he tied very closely with the Bengal Warriors, which he joined in Season 5 and which in turn became his home. His breakthrough with the Bengal team was great as he grew into a consistent point man and also a leader on the mat. In the 2019 PKL season, he played a key role in the Bengal Warriors’ great run, which saw the franchise win their first-ever Pro Kabaddi League title.
His stats are what put him in the elite raider category. In the Pro Kabaddi record books Maninder has tallied up 1,584 total points in 165 matches which is 2nd in that list ever which we have which is headed by Pardeep Narwal. Also, in terms of the single-season highlights of his PKL career, which are very impressive — in Season 5 he put up 192, in Season 8 he had 264, and in Season 10 he added another 198. This also proves that he is a consistent player throughout his time in the league.
Maninder also had the opportunity to represent India at the international stage. In 2017, he was a member of the Indian team that won the Asian Kabaddi Championship, which also includes an international victory in his resume to go with his impressive domestic record. Maninder’s success is also due not just to his physical strength but to his grasp of timing, defender placement, and which members to put in to raid. Also a feature of his game is his cool-headedness, which he displays under pressure.
In his personal life, Maninder is known to keep a low profile. Reports from various biographical sources say that he tied the knot with Simran Kaur Pannu on 1 December 2017 and that they have a daughter named Gurneet. As far as details of his family go, not much is documented in official sporting circles, which means that the personal info put forth should be taken with a grain of salt.

Net Worth

In terms of Maninder Singh’s net worth in 2026, we do not have any reports from official public sources that detail his total wealth. Some online bio sites put his net worth at around ₹10- 12 crore*, which is to say they are estimates and not verified financial facts. He makes money from professional kabaddi, from endorsements, from his performance in matches, and other sources which, when kept private, make it hard to put together an exact number.

Conclusion

Maninder’s is a tale of persistence and success. From traditional kabaddi in Punjab to becoming one of the top raiders in PKL history, he has proven himself through play, not promise. What is remarkable is his ability to perform at a high level in his mid-30s, which is a reflection of his fitness, experience, and tactical acumen. With over a decade of professional play behind him, Maninder Singh is still a mainstay in Indian kabaddi and a player whose story still inspires young athletes who look to leave their mark on the sport.