Rahul SahaDate of birth: 15 June 1995
Birthplace: New Delhi, India
Nationality: Indian
Achievements: (3 x Gold, 1 x Silver) 2016 South Asian Games, (2 x Gold, 1 x Silver, 1 x Bronze) 2018 Commonwealth Games, (1 x Bronze) 2018 Asian Games
Net worth: US$1.5 million
Playing Style: Shakehand grip
Manika Batra’s Sponsors/Brand Endorsements
Adidas
Batra signed an endorsement deal with German sportswear giant Adidas “to empower women and enable them to see possibilities in the world of sports”. Penned in February 2022, the deal is aimed at driving credibility and inclusivity in sports, further fanning the aspirations of upcoming women sports persons across the country.
Owing to her ‘Impossible Is Nothing’ attitude, Manika is now a part of Adidas’ rich roster of women athletes, which consists of some outstanding sportswomen in their respective fields such as Mirabai Chanu, Lovlina Borgohain, Hima Das and Nikhat Zareen.
Mia by Tanishq
In a move to encourage and support women at the Olympics, Mia by Tanishq, one of India’s most fashionable jewellery brands, chose to partner with athletes like Manika Batra, Deepika Kumari, Pooja Rani, Navjot Kaur and Rani Rampal ahead of the Tokyo Olympics.
Manika was seen wearing an M-shaped gold pendant from ‘The Initial Edit’ collection, earrings from the ‘Kiss of Spring’ collection and a statement piece from ‘Solitaires Necklaces’.
Servo Lubricants
Servo lubricants, which was launched by Indian Oil, India’s flagship petroleum refining and marketing company in 1972, roped in India’s table tennis star Manika Batra as a brand ambassador in 2019. Indian Oil Corp. Ltd. also released a 30-second video, in which Manika talks about her game, what fuels her, and what’s the best fuel for her car.
The tagline read: “Manika Batra’s heart is fuelled by her passion for table tennis and her car’s heart is fuelled by SERVO Lubricants. Here’s how she changes the game, whether on the road or on the court.”
(Ad Link – https://twitter.com/IndianOilcl/status/1176847975781240838?t=nWgSsGH0XQpQqapofeW6Og&s=19)
Asics
Japan-based sportswear brand Asics named Batra as one of its brand ambassadors for India in October 2019. Batra was the latest addition to the Asics roster which includes sports personalities such as Sakshi Malik, Bajrang Punia, Jinson Johnson, Thonakal Gopi, and actor Tiger Shroff.
Commenting on her association with the brand, Batra in a statement said:
“I have tested Asics footwear and found it to be the best match for my attacking game. Their shoes keep me light on my feet, and the gel technology gives me an added advantage in terms of bounce and agility.”
(Ad Link – https://youtu.be/PfEVl4hynk8)
Herbalife Nutrition
In September 2018, Herbalife Nutrition announced its association with Manika Batra. Speaking on her association with the nutrition powerhouse, Manika Batra said:
“I have always believed that staying fit begin with eating healthy, dedication and being confident about yourself and Herbalife Nutrition with its powerful message ‘Healthy Active Lifestyle’ to ‘Make the World Healthier & Happier’ has always encouraged people to live a healthy life. It’s an absolute privilege to be a part of Herbalife family.”
She further added: “It promotes the importance of a healthy lifestyle and balanced nutrition which is just as important as training and hard work. Through this association, I look forward to spreading the awareness about healthy living and embracing wellness.”
(Ad link – https://youtu.be/pZA70J9ADFA)
Venky’s
Venkateshwara Hatcheries Group, commonly known as Venky’s, roped in Manika Batra along with ace shuttler Saina Nehwal and hockey player Rani Rampal following Batra’s golden run at the 2018 Commonwealth Games and her bronze medal at the 2018 Asian Games.
Sharing the news of her association with Venky’s through social media platforms, the paddler wrote: “Delighted to be associated with Venky’s as the brand ambassador and present you their wide range of Ready-to-Eat products!”(Tweet Link – https://twitter.com/manikabatra_TT/status/1072064773272076293?t=-ivACw1qikBCrHhqXM4cxQ&s=19)
