Google celebrates Gama Pehlwan, India's greatest wrestler
The early years
May 22,1878
Gama had a tumultuous childhood, moving after death of his father and again when his grandfather passed, ultimately living with his uncle, a wrestler.
Sunday's Google doodle showcased a brawny mustachioed gentleman with a mace slung over his broad shoulders
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He stood 5 feet and seven inches tall...considerably short for a pehelwan but his strength was unparalleled. He supposedly did 5,000 squats and 3,000 push-ups every single day.
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His diet included 10 litres of milk, six chickens and over a pound of crushed almond paste. There you have it, the secret to his superhuman strength.
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He remained undefeated throughout his career which lasted over five decades. It's believed that none of his bouts lasted more than a few minutes, not even the then world champion could pose a threat