Geeta To Vinesh, Meet The Phogat Sisters

Geeta Phogat

The elder of the two siblings, Geeta, became the first Indian female wrestler to win a gold medal in the 2010 Commonwealth Games in the 55 kg category.

Babita Phogat

Babita`s journey to winning a gold medal in the Commonwealth Games followed by a silver a the 2018 edition has been remarkable.

Ritu Phogat

A former wrestler who won the gold at the Commonwealth Games in 2016, Ritu Phogat has now shifted her focus from wrestling to mixed martial arts (MMA).

Sangeeta Phogat

The youngest of the lot, Sangeeta has also represented India in a few events. She is married to the Olympic bronze medalist wrestler Bajrang Punia.

Priyanka Phogat

Priyanka and Vinesh are cousins of the four phogat sisters and nieces of Mahavir Phogat. Priyanka is also a wrestler who won silver at the 2016 Asian Games.

Vinesh Phogat

The ace wrestler won her first bronze medal in 2019 and qualified for the Tokyo Olympics in 2020. She displayed a fabulous performance at the Olympics 2024.

Vinesh Phogat`s Olympic journey

Another spectacular Phogat sister who almost qualified for the Olympic finals, Vinesh was disqualified, citing weight issues. Nevertheless, we are proud of you.