New Delhi, Feb. 7 -- Remember Mahatma Gandhi Heberpio Mattos Pires of Brazil? Hailing from a country which is known for stars like Kaka, Ronaldo, Rivaldo, Diego Carlos, legendary Pele, Neymar among notable names, the 32-year-old footballer made waves last year with his name which has a direct connection with India's Father of Nation Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, fondly known as Mahatma Gandhi.

One of the most iconic names among India's freedom fighters, Mahatma Gandhi, who used non-violence to free his country from British rule, is an inspiration to millions in the world. Such is his influence, that a Brazilian couple named their boy child after the Indian leader.

Having started his professional career in 2011, Mahatma Gandhi made his deb...