Deepak Tangri Wins Power Sports Creator Award, Popular Choice 2025
Deepak Tangri Wins Power Sports Creator Award, Popular Choice 2025
Deepak Tangri has been awarded the Power Sports Creator Award, Popular Choice at the Power Creator Awards 2025. With his dynamic presence and engaging sports content, Deepak has built a loyal fanbase, earning him the title of one of India's most loved digital sports influencers.
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