Abdulrashid Sadulaev Biography, Age, Height, Wife

Abdulrashid Bulachevich Sadulaev is a Russian freestyle wrestler popular by the name “Russian Tank.” He previously competed at 86 kilograms and presently competes at 97 kilograms.

Abdulrashid Sadulaev has become one of the most dominant wrestlers of his time, having a net worth of $3 million as of now. This biography will include the life and career of this remarkable athlete along with his net worth and income details.

About Abdulrashid Sadulaev

Abdulrashid Sadulaev was born on 9 May 1996 in the village of Tsurib, Charodinsky District, Dagestan, Russia. He is the youngest son of Bulach Sadulaev and Sara Sadulaeva. His elder siblings are Patimat Sadulaeva, Zumrad Sadulaev, and Anvar Sadulaev.

Sadulaev began his formal education at a local school in Tsurib. As he grew older, his focus shifted toward wrestling by the age of 13. He eventually enrolled at the Dagestan State University. His dedication to the sport quickly paid off because he began to make a name for himself in the wrestling community.

Career

Sadulaev’s senior-level debut started at the age of 16 when he won a bronze medal. He defeated Kudiyamagomedov at the 2014 Russian National Championships to win his first national title proudly.

Sadulaev won the Russian Freestyle Wrestling Nationals on 8 May 2015 and competed in the European Games in Baku, Azerbaijan. He also took part in the World Championships in Las Vegas, Nevada.

He won the World Championships on 11 September 2015. Sadulaev defeated the top Georgian wrestler, Elizbar Odikadze, through a technical fall. He later on, became the new Russian national champion in the 97 kg weight category when he defeated 2011 European runner-up Vladislav Baitcaev. Sadulaev kept on defeating several high-profile players throughout his journey.

In the year 2020, he obtained the gold medal in the men’s 97 kg event at the Individual Wrestling World Cup held in Belgrade of Serbia. Sadulaev won gold at the 2020 Summer Olympics by defeating Snyder in the final. He then defeated his rival Snyder to claim gold at the 2021 World Wrestling Championships once again.

Abdulrashid Sadulaev’s Net Worth and Income

As of 2023, Abdulrashid Sadulaev’s estimated net worth is around £3 million. His wealth comes primarily from his successful wrestling career.

Salary

Abdulrashid Sadulaev’s yearly salary is around $1 million, which comprises various income sources, including contracts, prize money, endorsements, and social media earnings.

While the exact figures vary depending on his performance, he has consistently earned substantial prize money throughout his career. Dagestani business magnate Gadzhiev brothers and Ziyavudin Magomedov gifted him a Mercedes-Benz G-Class G63 and Toyota Land Cruiser 200.

Moreover, president Yunus-bek Yevkurov also gifted him a Toyota Land Cruiser 200. A member of the Russian State Duma rewarded him with $1 million when he won gold at the 2020 Summer Olympics by defeating Snyder in the final.

Sadulaev has attracted endorsements from numerous brands. These sponsorship deals contribute significantly to his income. Some of the brands he has endorsed include Nike and other sports equipment manufacturers.

Sadulaev’s popularity extends to social media platforms, where he enjoys a large following. As a result, he can monetize his online presence through sponsored posts and partnerships with various brands, further supplementing his yearly income.