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Gama Pehalwan Defeated By Chandra Sen Tikki Wala: A Forgotten Tale Of Wrestling Glory

In a surprising turn of events, Gama Pehalwan, renowned as Ghulam Muhammad Baksh before India’s partition, faced defeat at the hands of Chandra Sen Tikki Wala, a lesser-known wrestler from Mathura. Gama Pehalwan, famous for his incredible strength and undefeated record, was challenged by Tikki Wala after encouragement from Baldev Pehalwan due to his advanced age.

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The historic bout took place in Calcutta amidst great anticipation. Despite warnings and negotiations, Tikki Wala remained steadfast in his commitment to wrestle. The match quickly turned when Gama executed a devastating move, injuring Tikki Wala’s thumb and drawing blood. Undeterred, Tikki Wala retaliated with a decisive move that left Gama Pehalwan unconscious, marking an unprecedented defeat for the wrestling legend.

The news of Gama Pehalwan’s defeat spread rapidly, leading to celebrations in Calcutta and substantial rewards for Tikki Wala, who reportedly returned to Mathura as a wealthy man, acquiring multiple properties. Despite Gama Pehalwan’s earlier feats, including lifting a monumental 1200 kg stone, this defeat by Tikki Wala remains a lesser-known chapter in wrestling history.

Remarkably, Chandra Sen Tikki Wala’s victory, celebrated widely at the time, has since faded from common knowledge, with scant information available about him today. This tale serves as a reminder of the unheralded heroes of Indian wrestling whose feats shaped the sport’s rich heritage.

Richa Kaushik

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