“Those 14 Kilometers” a raw look into Goyat’s life. It chronicles his immense challenges and ultimate triumphs. He is a man of power who shined bright from a village of Karnal, Haryana to all over the world.
Indian boxing champion Neeraj Goyat released his first book, titled “Those 14 Kilometres.” The book notably was published on September 17, 2025. The book details Goyat’s personal journey in sports. It is published by CTRL+ALT+LIT, an imprint of Oswaal Books.
“Those 14 Kilometers” a raw look into Goyat’s life. It chronicles his immense challenges and ultimate triumphs. He is a man of power who shined bright from a village of Karnal, Haryana to all over the world.
With many of the achievements earned, He has earned the title of first Indian boxer to break into the WBC world rankings. Through this book, the boxer shares intimate experiences from his career.
He has highlighted that the purpose of releasing the book is to inspire others as it holds the lessons beyond boxing. It provides universal lessons on discipline and persistence.
Author Ruskin Bond’s words of Grace for Neeraj Goyat
Neeraj shared a series of pictures on his Instagram handle, in one of those, there is the signed page by a big name of Literary world ‘Ruskin Bond.’ He as well has extended his wishes, wrote,
“A story that should be read by sportsman and all over the India – how to use your skills to achieve success in your special field of endeavours. In Neeraj’s case, boxing. May he be a champion with a golden punch.”
The series to the shared pictures is as follows-
‘Those 14 Kilometres’ as Flagship Title of Oswaal’s New Venture
Oswaal Books is known for its educational materials. Its new imprint, CTRL+ALT+LIT, marks a strategic expansion. The focus is now on inspirational autobiographies and motivational content.
Goyat’s book is a flagship title for this new venture. This move aligns with a growing market for non-educational books in India. It represents a significant shift for the established publisher.
The book is available on major online platforms. This includes Amazon, Flipkart, and the Oswaal Books website. It is accessible to a wide audience across the country.
Neeraj Goyat’s rise From Haryana to the World Stage
Neeraj Goyat, a significant name in the athletic industry has brought laurels to the nation several times. He is a professional boxer who is known for his presence on the global boxing stage.
He was born on November 11, 1991 in Begumpur village which is situated in Karnal district of Haryana. And, he first started his boxing career in 2006 when he was in 10th standard. He did his training at the Army Sports Institute.
Major Achievements
- Three times WBC Asia champion: Neeraj Goyat has won WBC Asia title for three consecutive years that is 2015, 2016 and 2017.
- WBC Asia Boxer of the Year: The boxer in 2018 was awarded as WBC Asia Boxer of the Year.
- WBC World Ranking: He won the championship and became the first Indian boxer to break the record.
Significantly, the recent one comes from November 2024. Neeraj Goyat defeated Brazilian boxer Whindersson Nunes in a super-middleweight match. He won the fight with a unanimous decision, scoring 60-54 on all three judges’ scorecards.
#BringNeerajBack Trends as Viewers React to Bigg Boss Twist
Neeraj Goyat has worked in several bollywood films like Mukkabaaz, Toofan and Telugu film RRR. Adding to it, he has also trained actors in boxing.
Last year, in 2024, he gained much spotlight after participating in Big Boss OTT 3 where he was eliminated as part of mid week twist. This sparked significant reactions from the fans and viewers. Many even demanded for his return.
The discussion has also included other contestants like Sana Makbul and Sai Ketan Rao, with fans showing support and analyzing their strategies within the game.
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Fans took to Twitter to voice their opinions. One tweeted, “As a fan of #BiggBossOTT, Neeraj Goyat brought such genuine energy and fun to the show. His elimination feels like a loss for the viewers too. #BringNeerajBackBBOTT3.”
