Lee Jang-kun
South Korean professional Kabaddi player (born 1992)
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Lee Jang-kun (Korean: 이장군) is a former South Korean professional Kabaddi player and television personality.[1] He is the first overseas player in the Pro Kabaddi League to score 400 raid points.[2] He became the most valuable international player in the fifth season after he was retained by Bengal Warriorz[3] and has played for the same franchise until the sixth season. He joined Patna Pirates in the seventh season.[4] He is the most successful foreign raider in the history of the Pro Kabaddi League.
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Native name | 이장군 |
| Nickname | Babumoshai of Bengal/General |
| Nationality | South Korean |
| Citizenship | South Korean |
| Born | 6 November 1992 |
| Education | Dong-eui University Dong-a University (M.Ed.) |
| Occupation | Kabaddi Player |
| Years active | 2011–(present) |
| Height | 1.84 m (6 ft 0 in) |
| Weight | 82 kg (181 lb) |
| Spouse |
Lee Aeng-ja (m. 2022) |
| Sport | |
| Country | South Korea |
| Sport | Kabaddi |
| Position | Raider |
| Kabaddi | Pro Kabaddi League |
| Team | Bengal Warriorz (2014–2019) Patna Pirates (2019) Patna Pirates (2024) Bengal Warriorz (2025) |
Turned pro | 2014 |
Career
Lee started his kabaddi career at the age of 18 when he was preparing for physical education studies at college. In two years, he was selected for the South Korean national kabaddi team as a junior at Dong-eui University.[5]
After winning bronze as a member of the national team at the 2013 Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games, Lee captured his first top-level international medal at the 2014 Asian Games where South Korea clinched bronze in the men's kabaddi tournament. After the Asian Games, Lee moved to India to join the Pro Kabaddi League. He became a valuable player for his team afterwards.[6] Lee has not returned to the league after skipping the eighth season for personal reasons.[7]
Till now in Pro Kabaddi League, Lee has played 11 seasons. In which, has scored 472 raid points and 25 tackle points including 9 super 10.
Lee was the most valuable foreign player in 2017 Pro Kabaddi League after he was retained by Bengal Warriors for 80.3 Lakhs.
In season 11, he made his comeback from Patna Pirates after being bought for 17.50 Lakhs.
In season 12, bengal warriorz bought him for 13 lakhs.
Career statistics
| League | Team | Season | Year | Matches | Raid points | Super 10s | Tackle points | Total points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pro Kabaddi League | Bengal Warriorz | I | 2014 | 11 | 55 | 2 | 2 | 57 |
| II | 2015 | 14 | 48 | 1 | 2 | 50 | ||
| III | 2016 January | 15 | 79 | 2 | 11 | 90 | ||
| IV | 2016 (June) | 11 | 61 | 2 | 4 | 65 | ||
| V | 2017 | 21 | 89 | 0 | 0 | 89 | ||
| VI | 2018 | 18 | 79 | 2 | 3 | 82 | ||
| Patna Pirates | VII | 2019 | 16 | 60 | 0 | 3 | 63 | |
| XI | 2024 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | ||
| Bengal Warriorz | XII | 2025 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| Total | 108 | 474 | 9 | 25 | 499 | |||
Records and achievements
- 2024–25 PKL: Runner up
Filmography
Television shows
| Year | Title | Network | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Three Park: The Second Heart | MBC | Guest | Episode 10 |
| 2021–2023 | The Gentlemen's League 2 | JTBC/Netflix | Cast Member | |
| 2022 | King of Mask Singer | MBC | Contestant as "Ice Prince" | Episode 339 |
| 2022 | Super DNA - Blood Can't Cheat | Channel A | Guest/Special Appearance | Episode 10 |
| 2022 | King of Wrestling | ENA | Cast Member/ Wrestler | |
| 2023 | The Gentlemen's League 3 | JTBC/Netflix | Cast Member | Episode 1-32 |
| 2025–present | The Gentlemen's League 4 | JTBC | Cast Member | |
| 2026 | Battle of Fates | Disney+ | Guest/Special Appearance | Episode 3 |
Web shows
| Year | Title | Network | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Physical: 100 Season 2 - Underground | Netflix | Contestant |