First woman cricketer to be honored with the prestigious Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna AwardMithali Raj on Saturday hoped that her achievements will inspire young girls of the country to fulfill their dreams and become catalysts of change. 38 year old veteran Indian women’s cricket He was one of the 12 sportspersons to receive the Khel Ratna, the country’s highest sporting honor, from President Ram Nath Kovind at the Rashtrapati Bhavan. Raj said in a statement on his Twitter handle, “Women in sports are powerful catalysts of change and when they get the appreciation they deserve, it inspires change in many other women who want to achieve their dreams.” Huh.”
Really honored and grateful to receive the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award pic.twitter.com/79HZOV9Uox
— Mithali Raj (@M_Raj03) November 13, 2021
“I sincerely hope that my journey inspires young girls across the country to pursue their dreams and know that only when you dream you can make it happen.”
He said that it was his dream to represent the country and receiving the award was a testament to the hard work he put in in his two decade long illustrious career that began in 1999.
“It was my dream to represent my country when I was growing up and learning to play this wonderful sport. I always wanted to wear the blue jersey, which represents absolute pride for our country.
Raj, who played in 12 Tests, 220 ODIs and 89 T20Is, wrote, “One strives to achieve mastery, but there are so many variables and infinite parameters that when it comes to success, it is often the result of hours of every day.” It happens.”
“This award is in recognition of those hours, for all the sacrifices that a player makes in his entire life. I just wanted to give cricket everything that I had and I think I am happy that I have made this moment. made myself harder and harder to get to. day.”
The Test captain said any honor from the government is special and reminded that the game is an important component of national pride. “We must continue to give it our best,” Raj said.
“Today, I am honored, proud and fortunate to be a part of Indian cricket. This journey has been difficult, but not without the support of my mentors, family, friends and superiors who paved the way for all of us and my teammates ” she wrote.
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“I owe a lot to my country, my organization Indian Railways, administrators, selectors, coaches, coaches, physiotherapists, masseurs, supporters and admirers for their patience and encouragement. This appreciation is not mine alone, but I give it I share it with everyone who has a part to play in my journey.”
Raj also thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Sports Minister Anurag Thakur, BCCI President Sourav Ganguly and Secretary Jay Shah.
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