Baba Ramdev defeats Olympic medalist during wrestling bout by 12-0

Baba Ramdev, in a promotional bout of the Patanjali Powervita Pro Wrestling League (PWL) in New Delhi, displayed his wrestling skills as he went head-to-head with 2008 Olympic silver medalist Andriy Stadnik. Ramdev came out on top 12-0 over Stadnik.

Stadink is well remembered by Indian wrestling enthusiasts as he had defeated Indian star wrestler Sushil Kumar in the Beijing Olympics. As the Ukrainian reached the final, it gave Sushil an opportunity to play in repechage and win a bronze medal.

Reportedly, Baba Ramdev walked onto the mat and, before the bout began and exhibited his firebrand yoga moves before proceeding to his friendly battle with Stadnik.

Since it was a promotional bout, Stadnik responded by allowing Ramdev to have his way, as did the referees. After nearly two minutes, he surrendered.

This was not the first time that Baba Ramdev has shown interest in friendly wrestling bouts. Last year, on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of their Ashram in Haridwar, Baba had challenged India's only individual two-time Olympic wrestling medallist and former world champion Sushil.

PWL is sponsored by Patanjali Ayurved Limited, owned by Ramdev.