Gulam
Gulam | |
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Ghulam in c.1900 | |
| Born | Ghulam Mohammad c. 1860 Amritsar, Punjab |
| Died | c. 1900 – c. 1901 |
| Occupation | Wrestler |
| Sports career | |
| Height | 5 ft 10 in (178 cm) |
| Weight | 280 to 290 lb (130 to 130 kg) |
| Sport | Wrestling |
Event | Paris Exposition of 1900 |
Gulam (also spelled Ghulam; c. 1860 – c. 1900/1901), born Ghulam Mohammad, was an Indian wrestler and strongman from Amritsar, Punjab. Known for his large physique and undefeated record, he is considered one of the greatest wrestlers of his era. He gained international recognition at the Paris Exposition of 1900, where he defeated the Turkish wrestler Cour-Derelli.