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Palwinder Singh Cheema
Indian freestyle wrestler
| Full name | Palwinder Singh Cheema |
|---|---|
| Nationality | India |
| Born | (1982-11-11) 11 November 1982 (age 42) Patiala, Punjab, India |
| Height | 1.95 m (6 ft 5 in) |
| Weight | 120 kg (265 lb) |
| Sport | Wrestling |
| Style | Freestyle |
| Club | NIS Patiala |
| Coach | Sukhchain Cheema |
Palwinder Singh Cheema (born 11 November 1982 in Patiala, Punjab) is a retired amateur Indian freestyle wrestler, who competed in the men's super heavyweight category.[1] Considered one of India's top wrestlers in his decade, Cheema has claimed the gold medal at the 2002 Commonwealth Games in Manchester, England, scored two bronze in the 120-kg division at the Asian Games (2002 and 2006), and also represented his nation India at the 2004 Summer Olympics.
Throughout his sporting career, Cheema trained full-time for NIS Patiala Wrestling Club under his coach and father Sukhchain Singh Cheema.[2