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<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nYou might be under the pump with an almost impossible\u00a0score of 1-3 but you can win the match eventually 5-4 if you don’t give up and keep playing with your best till the end! And that’s the motivating story that the hockey team’s captain from India shares with the corporate\u00a0world. A story of belief. A story of team work. A fighter spirit story, through and through! A motivational speech by the Indian Hockey\u00a0team captain that gets all in the room immensely inspired with the images of the Bronze\u00a0medal match flashing on the big screen!\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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There are endless\u00a0similarities\u00a0between sports and business. Right from intense preparations and planning to later dealing with crazy opponents\u00a0and uncertainties\u00a0while you are in the middle of the action as you are trying to win the game. Sports world is an intense story of motivation, competitiveness and team work. Those huddles on the ground, chest thumping amongst the players, those mighty\u00a0high fives, crazy speedy coordination at the pit stops they are all super inspiring to look at!\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Unfortunately, in the corporate world, not all are\u00a0equally motivated or competitive and hence\u00a0 we need to pump up the workforce for much needed motivation quite\u00a0often. Sports figures that your employees follow can motivate your employees like no other. They are almost like God figures for them. They have been out of treach for your\u00a0employees to meet in person. But, when they see them LIVE in front of them sharing their\u00a0stories of struggle and how they overcame to make winning moments happen – your employees get moved and motivated like never before.
Here is a list of most effective motivational speakers with the background of sports to inspire your employees during your key corporate events.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
These Indian speakers are interestingly coming from multiple backgrounds and not just from cricket and hence much inclusive of list!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Short Brief About\u00a0Pullela Gopichand<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Pullela Gopichand<\/a>, an ace badminton player and the Chief National Coach for the Indian Badminton team, is the force behind P.V Sindhu and Saina Nehwal, both ace shuttlers. P.V. Sindhu is currently retaining the 5th spot in global badminton rankings. His journey from being a badminton champion to a celebrated coach is truly awe-inspiring<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Achievements of\u00a0Pullela Gopichand<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n He won the All England Open Badminton Championship in 2001, becoming the second Indian to achieve this feat. He received the Arjuna Award in 1999, the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award in 2001, the Padma Shri in 2005, the Dronacharya Award in 2009 and the Padma Bhushan \u2013 India\u2019s third highest civilian award \u2013 in 2014. After retiring from his playing career, he founded the Gopichand Badminton Academy in 2008 that has produced some of the most acclaimed badminton players including Saina Nehwal and P. V. Sindhu.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Video: Check out the talk delivered by\u00a0Pullela Gopichand<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Why\u00a0Pullela Gopichand\u00a0as a motivational speaker?<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Pullela Gopichand\u2019s journey is true evidence of making passion your goal and giving it your all. From becoming a champion to a widely respected mentor, his dedication and hard work prove that nothing is impossible. As a <\/span>top sports motivational speaker, he inspires others to achieve greatness through sincerity and perseverance.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Short Brief About\u00a0Harsha Bhogle<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Harsha Bhogle<\/a>\u00a0is a distinguished cricket commentator, sports editor & a leading television personality in the field of cricket<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Achievements of\u00a0Harsha Bhogle<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Giving the game of cricket his own special flavour with an endearing smile and a well-modulated voice, Harsha is the best at what he does, leading him to be awarded the \u2018Best Sports Presenter\u2019 by the Indian Television Academy. In the 2011 \u2018World Cup\u2019 held in India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, Harsha anchored the pre & post match shows. Not limiting himself to just sports, he had his own travel show \u2013Travel India with Harsha Bhogle on Discovery Channel & has also written a biography of Mohammad Azharuddin. Harsha with his wife Anita runs a motivational workshop called \u2018The Winning Way\u2019, where they shared insights & learning on business knowledge drawn from the sporting world.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Video: Check out the talk delivered by\u00a0Harsha Bhogle\u00a0at TED event<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Why\u00a0Harsha Bhogle\u00a0as a motivational speaker?<\/strong> Short Brief About\u00a0Mithali Raj<\/strong> Achievements of\u00a0Mithali Raj<\/strong> Video: Check out the talk delivered by\u00a0Mithali Raj Why\u00a0Mithali Raj\u00a0as a motivational speaker?<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Mithali Raj\u2019s great dedication and no-quitter attitude make her a true winner. Her passion and unwavering commitment to the game have led her to victory time and again. As one of the leading <\/span>sports motivational speakers in India, she inspires thousands of women to pursue their dreams with determination and resilience.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Short Brief About\u00a0Rahul Dravid<\/strong> Achievements of\u00a0Rahul Dravid<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Rahul Dravid\u00a0has been honoured with the Padma Shri & the Padma Bhushan awards for his commendable contributions. His brilliant career on the field led him to be the captain of the Rajasthan Royals in IPL (2012), he was also appointed as the chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC)\u2019s cricket committee, in the same year. He is currently the coach of India A, including the Under-19 teams & will be the same for two more years to come. His popularity & success leads him to be a unique aspirational figure for one & all.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Video: Check out the talk delivered by\u00a0Rahul Dravid<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Why\u00a0Rahul Dravid\u00a0as\u00a0a motivational speaker?<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Rahul Dravid\u2019s simplicity creates a comfortable connection with his audience, making his message resonate deeply. His consistent performance throughout his career shows that dedication is key to achieving daunting goals. With an “always with the team, for the team” attitude, he motivates employees to become unstoppable. As one of the top <\/span>sports motivational speakers, Dravid\u2019s insights inspire success and teamwork.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Short Brief About Paddy Upton<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Patrick Anthony Howard ‘Paddy” Upton is a head coach in professional T20 cricket, mental coach to professional athletes, executive coach, and professor of practice at Deakin University. Upton spent three years with the Indian team, during which time the team attained the top test ICC team ranking for their first time (2009), and went on to win the ICC World Cup in 2011.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Achievements of Paddy Upton<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n His accomplishments as Head Coach include leading the Rajasthan Royals team from four years near the bottom of the IPL log to IPL Semi-finalists and Champions League finalists in his first season (2013), including a record 13 straight home wins. Upton has degrees from four different Universities, including two Master’s degrees. In 2015 he was awarded the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University Achiever Award, awarded to Alumni who made significant contributions to their specialist fields and contributed to the development and well-being of society at local, provincial, national or international levels. In 2017 he was appointed Professor of Practice at Deakin University.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Video: Check out the talk delivered by Paddy Upton<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Why Paddy Upton\u00a0as\u00a0a motivational speaker?<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Paddy Upton<\/a> is an internationally renowned figure known for his go-getter attitude and inspiring achievements. As a legendary coach, he motivates individuals to move forward despite any hurdle. His pure talent, dedication, and passion have paved the way for success. As one of the motivational speakers for sports, he inspires resilience and growth.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Short Brief About Vikram Sathaye<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n After 6 years as a media executive with organizations like PMG, MTV, and Metalight Films, Vikram’s time with PowerPoint and Excel was over when he realized Yana Gupta’s post-tax income was higher than the CEO’s of most multinational companies which made him wonder why he had wasted time studying Warren Buffet and Phillip Kotler. So, becoming an item number in the world of cricket was the best available alternative, the rest as they say is history.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Achievements of Vikram Sathaye<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n The 2004 CEAT Cricket Awards and the amateurish Youtube video gave him his 8 minutes of fame and turned me into a standup comedian. Since then, he has now done over 2000 shows across the world with leading corporate, Bollywood \/ cricket events, and several TV stints (SET MAX during the World Cup and Champions Trophy, India’s Tour of SA on ESPN Star Sports, and the ICC World Cup 2011 on IBN LOkMat). He launched his first cricket & humor digital show “WHAT THE DUCK” with VIU some years back and now has 4 seasons with Indian and International cricketers available on the Youtube channel “WHAT THE DUCK WITH VIKRAM SATHAYE”. He has also authored a Best Seller: How Sachin Destroyed My Life. The book documents his incredible journey of Indian Cricket.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Video: Check out the talk delivered by Vikram Sathaye<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Why\u00a0Vikram Sathaye\u00a0as\u00a0a motivational speaker?<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Vikram Sathay\u2019s<\/a> mix of experience makes him an extremely unique choice of motivational and keynote speaker. He is a heady mix of a Harsha Bhogale with humour punches of a Rahul Subramaniam. Insightful narration of a bestseller author like Chetan Bhagat with Santosh Desai\u2019s mind of marketing! All of this packed with stories and visuals from the world of cricket and other sports is one of its kind experiences, a guarantee to make your events super engaging!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Short Brief About P.V Sindhu<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n P.V Sindhu<\/a>, \u2018World no 4 in the BWF World Ranking\u2019 (2017), is applauded for her performance in Badminton on international courts.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Achievements of P.V Sindhu<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Being the first Indian woman to win an Olympic Silver Medal\u2019 (2016), she is the first Indian shuttler to reach the finals of an Olympics badminton event and the youngest Indian to make a podium finish in an individual Olympic event She is one of the only two Indian badminton players to ever win an Olympic medal \u2013 the other being Saina Nehwal. She is the only player to win 2 consecutive medals at Olympics. She is the recipient of the Padma Shri award, which is extremely commendable at her age. She is a role model to all young Indians for her strive to glory & winner attitude.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Video: Check out the talk delivered by P.V Sindhu<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Why\u00a0P.V Sindhu\u00a0as\u00a0a motivational speaker?<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n P.V. Sindhu, a young achiever, perfectly connects with young audiences through her journey of dedication and success. She is a true inspiration for work diversity, showcasing the power of hard work and self-motivation. As one of the top <\/span>sports motivational speakers in India, she motivates others to strive for excellence and perseverance.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Short Brief About\u00a0Sourav Ganguly<\/strong> Video: Check out the talk delivered by\u00a0Sourav Ganguly<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Why\u00a0Sourav Ganguly\u00a0as a motivational speaker?<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Sourav Ganguly\u2019s honesty and integrity define him as a true leader, both on and off the field. His bravery and leadership inspired his team to reach new heights. All champions, including Ganguly, once had a big dream, and his journey proves that with determination and vision, dreams turn into reality.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Short Brief About Heena Sidhu<\/strong><\/p>\r\n A sport shooter, became the first Indian pistol shooter to reach number one in world rankings by the\u00a0International Shooting Sport Federation.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Achievements of Heena Sidhu<\/strong><\/p>\r\n In 2013, she became the first Indian pistol shooter to win a gold medal at the\u00a0ISSF World Cup\u00a0finals and in 2014, she was the\u00a0World record\u00a0holder in the 10 meter air pistol event with a final score of 203.8. She was also a member of the\u00a0Indian team at the\u00a02012 Summer Olympics\u00a0in\u00a0London. In 2014, she was conferred with the\u00a0Arjuna Award by the Government of India. She pulled out of the\u00a0Asian Air Gun Championships\u00a0in\u00a0Tehran because\u00a0Iran\u00a0made the wearing of the\u00a0hijab\u00a0mandatory for female participants.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Video: Check out the talk delivered by\u00a0Heena Sidhu Why\u00a0Heena Sidhu\u00a0as motivational speaker?<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Heena Sidhu\u2019s<\/a> focus on her target is unwavering, as she sees through every challenge with precision. She believes that life without an aim is like a body without a soul. For Heena, winning hearts is more inspiring than winning medals, as her true success lies in inspiring others to reach their goals.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Short Brief About Anil Kumble<\/strong><\/p>\r\n Former captain & coach of the Indian cricket team, is acclaimed for being one of India\u2019s greatest ever match winners. He has taken 619 Test wickets, just third to the duo of Warne & Murali, and in the process gained enormous goodwill among fans & his fellow teammates.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Achievements of\u00a0Anil Kumble<\/strong> Video: Check out the talk delivered by\u00a0Anil Kumble<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Why\u00a0Anil Kumble as motivational speaker?<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Anil Kumble<\/a> embodies the spirit of embracing goodwill to be a true champion. His unwavering commitment and passion have made him a legendary figure in the world of cricket. As an ideal inspiration for achievers in your organisation, Kumble\u2019s journey demonstrates that dedication and integrity are the keys to success.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Short Brief About\u00a0Abhinav Bindra<\/strong> Achievements of\u00a0Abhinav Bindra<\/strong> Video: Check out the talk delivered by\u00a0Abhinav Bindra<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Why\u00a0Abhinav Bindra\u00a0as motivational speaker?<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Abhinav Bindra\u2019s focus on the finish line led him to become the first person to cross it, securing Olympic gold. He overcame his fears and won hearts along the way. His ability to influence those around him has not only inspired others but also enhanced work efficiency, making him a true champion.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Short Brief About\u00a0Mary Kom<\/strong> Achievements of\u00a0Mary Kom<\/strong> Video: Check out the talk delivered by\u00a0Mary Kom<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Why\u00a0Mary Kom\u00a0as motivational speaker?<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Mary Kom\u2019s<\/a> aura empowers her audience, inspiring strength and resilience. She proves that women can be both a mother and a warrior simultaneously, showing that balancing multiple roles is possible. Mary\u2019s journey teaches us to hit all obstacles hard, overcoming every challenge with a determination to win in life.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Short Brief About\u00a0Leander Paes<\/strong> Achievements of\u00a0Leander Paes<\/strong> Video: Check out the talk delivered by\u00a0Leander Paes<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Why\u00a0Leander Paes\u00a0as motivational speaker?<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Leander Paes proves that success can be achieved at any stage of life. His restless attitude defines true passion, always pushing himself to reach new heights. With an unwavering hunger to set records, Leander continues to inspire others to pursue greatness, showing that dedication and determination lead to remarkable achievements.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Short Brief About\u00a0Saina Nehwal<\/strong><\/p>\r\n Saina Nehwal<\/a>, the World leading badminton player, is the only female player from India & overall the second Indian player to achieve this position. She has brought home an Olympic bronze & won over twenty international titles, which include ten\u00a0Super Series\u00a0titles!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Achievements of\u00a0Saina Nehwal<\/strong> Video: Check out the talk delivered by\u00a0Saina Nehwal Why\u00a0Saina Nehwal\u00a0as motivational speaker?<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Inspiring women to empower and break the odds. Be the most promising performer of all time. Influence others to work hard and to achieve a common goal.Saina Nehwal inspires women to empower themselves and break the odds, proving that anything is possible with determination. She has become one of the most promising performers of all time, motivating others to work hard and achieve common goals. Saina’s journey is a true example of perseverance and excellence.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Short Brief About\u00a0Sunil Chhetri<\/strong> Achievements of\u00a0Sunil Chhetri<\/strong> Video: Check out the talk delivered by\u00a0Sunil Chhetri Why\u00a0Sunil Chhetri\u00a0as motivational speaker?<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Sunil Chhetri is a true trendsetter, not a trend follower. Despite hearing negativity from others, he trusted his instincts and rose above the challenges. His ability to influence people to defeat the odds has made him a role model for many, proving that self-belief and determination lead to success.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Short Brief About\u00a0Virender Sehwag<\/strong> Achievements of\u00a0Virender Sehwag<\/strong> Video: Check out the talk delivered by\u00a0Virender Sehwag Why Virender Sehwag\u00a0as motivational speaker?<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Virender Sehwag\u2019s innovation on the field was a key element of his success. His self-confidence set him apart as a winner, always ready to take on any challenge. Sehwag\u2019s commitment to developing new skills pushed him that extra mile, making him one of cricket\u2019s most explosive and fearless players.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Short Brief About\u00a0V.V.S. Laxman<\/strong> Achievements of V.V.S. Laxman<\/strong><\/p>\r\n In 2001, VVS Laxman<\/a> was awarded the Arjuna Award, India\u2019s second-highest sporting award and the Padma Shri , India\u2019s fourth highest civilian award in 2011. Laxman holds the world record for the highest partnership (376 Runs) in 3rd innings of a Test match for any wicket during a winning cause. He is also one of the six Indian Test cricketers to score 100 runs in a single session of a Test match. In 2001, Laxman and Rahul Dravid stitched together a partnership Vs Australia, at Kolkata\u2019s Eden Gardens, that inspired India to one of their most memorable and famous Test victories of all time.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Video: Check out the talk delivered by\u00a0V.V.S. Laxman<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Why\u00a0V.V.S. Laxman\u00a0as motivational speaker?<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n VVS Laxman\u2019s leadership shows that a team will always support you if you promise to be there for them. He exemplifies being someone people can depend on, regardless of the challenges. Laxman\u2019s excellence was achieved through relentless practice, making him a key figure in Indian cricket and a true testament to dedication.<\/span><\/p>\r\n Sports figures possess the unique ability to inspire and motivate employees with their stories of resilience, teamwork, and relentless dedication. Whether it’s through overcoming setbacks, striving for excellence, or working towards a collective goal, their experiences resonate deeply within the corporate world. Inviting these <\/span>sports motivational speakers to corporate events can ignite passion, drive, and a renewed sense of purpose among employees, leading to heightened productivity and success.<\/span><\/p>\r\n Ready to energise your team and drive performance? Bring a sports legend<\/a> to your next corporate event and watch your employees get inspired. Contact engage4more<\/a> today to book a speaker who will fuel your team’s motivation and success!<\/span><\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" They more often come from middle class and humble background. 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Harsha Bhogle embodies a constant learning attitude, even at the top of his game. As an expert analyst and widely revered cricket guru, his dedication and devotion to his work never disappoint. As one of the top <\/span>motivational speakers for sports, he inspires others to continually strive for excellence and improvement.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n3. Mithali Raj<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Mithali Raj<\/a>, a fierce batswoman and the captain of the Indian Women\u2019s cricket team in Tests and ODI is claimed to be one of the greatest cricketing batswomen to have ever played the game.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
She is the first player to score 7 consecutive 50s in ODIs and the first captain (men or women) to lead India to an ICC ODI World Cup final twice \u2013\u00a02005\u00a0and 2017. She made her ODI debut in 1999 and scored an unbeaten 114 runs. In 2002, at the age of 19, in her third Test, she broke\u00a0the record of the world\u2019s highest individual Test score of 209, scoring a new high of 214. At the 2013 Women\u2019s World Cup, she starred as the No.1 Cricketer in the ODI chart among women and currently tops the batting table with 703 ratings. She is a recipient of the\u00a0prestigious Arjuna award.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n![\"Mithali](\"https:\/\/engage4more.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Mithali-Raj-2.jpg\")
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Rahul Dravid<\/a>, a former captain of the Indian cricketer team, is widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen in the history of cricket. He is the fourth-highest run scorer in Test cricket and is only the third cricketer, to score 10,000 runs, both in Tests and in ODI\u2019s.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n![\"Rahul](\"https:\/\/engage4more.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Rahul-Dravid-2.jpg\")
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Sourav Ganguly<\/a>, fondly called Dada, earned the nickname\u00a0God of the Off Side\u00a0for his elegant stroke play square of the\u00a0wicket and through the\u00a0covers. He established himself as one of the world\u2019s leading batsmen, particularly in the one-day format.
Achievements of\u00a0Sourav Ganguly<\/strong>
Sourav Ganguly\u00a0holds the record for registering the highest individual score by any batsman in an\u00a0ICC Champions Trophy\u00a0final and was also the first player to\u00a0score 3 centuries\u00a0in the history of the ICC Champions Trophy. Regarded as one of India\u2019s most successful captains in modern times and one of the greatest ODI batsmen of all time, he is the 8th highest run-scorer in\u00a0One Day Internationals and was the 3rd batsman in history to cross the 10,000 run landmark. In the\u00a01999 Cricket World Cup, he was involved in a partnership of 318\u00a0runs with\u00a0Rahul Dravid, which remains the highest overall partnership score in the World Cup tournament history.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n![\"Sourav](\"https:\/\/engage4more.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Sourav-1-1.jpg\")
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Being awarded the Padma Shri (2005) for his contribution to the game; makes him one of the most renowned namesfor generations to come. In 2012, he was appointed the chairman of International Cricket Council (ICC)\u2019s cricket committee. Eventually holding the position of a chief mentor for the teams Royal Challengers Bangalore and Mumbai Indians in the \u2018Indian Premier League\u2019. All this leading him to become the 4th Indian cricketer to be inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame. Kumble\u2019s successful yet tumultuous reign as team India coach, his attitude and values have defined him as the ideal inspiration for all achievers.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n![\"Hire](\"https:\/\/engage4more.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Anil-Kumble-1-1.jpg\")
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Abhinav Bindra<\/a>, a World & Olympian champion shooter, came to light when he won a Bronze in the 2001 Munich World Cup with a new junior world record score of 597\/600. He was also the youngest Indian participant at the\u00a02000 Olympic Games.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
He is the first & only Indian to have held both the World & Olympic titles at the same time, a feat he accomplished by capturing the Gold Medal at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing and the gold at the 2006 ISSF World Shooting Championship. He also won the Gold Medal at the\u00a02014 Commonwealth Games\u00a0in Glasgow. He was appointed as the \u2018Goodwill Ambassador\u2019 for Rio 2016 Olympic Games Indian Contingent, where he finished 4th in the finals of 10m Air Rifle Event. He has been conferred with the Arjuna Award in 2000, Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award in 2001 and the Padma Bhushan Award in 2009. In 2011 he was honored as an Honorary Lieutenant Colonel by the\u00a0Indian Territorial Army.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n![\"Book](\"https:\/\/engage4more.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Abhinav-Bindra-1-1.jpg\")
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An Olympic boxer, is a five-time\u00a0World Amateur Boxing champion and the only woman boxer to have won a medal in each one of the six world championships and the only Indian woman boxer to have qualified for the\u00a02012 Summer Olympics, winning the bronze medal.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
She has been ranked as No. 4 AIBA World Women\u2019s Ranking Flyweight category. She became the first Indian woman boxer to get a Gold Medal at the Asian Games in 2014, South Korea. In 2016, she was nominated by the\u00a0President of India\u00a0as a member of the\u00a0Rajya Sabha and in 2017 the \u2018Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports\u2019 appointed her, along with\u00a0Akhil Kumar,\u00a0as the national observer for boxing. She has been honored with the Padma Bhushan in 2013, Arjuna Award in 2003 and Padma Shri in 2006.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n![\"Hire](\"https:\/\/engage4more.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Mary-Kom-1-1.jpg\")
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Leander Paes<\/a>, a Grand Slam champion hailing from India, is often considered to be one of the best doubles & mixed doubles players, of all times.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
He holds the record for the most Davis Cup doubles wins with 42 victories, equal to Nicola Pietrangeli. He also plays in World Team Tennis for the Washington Kastles, being named \u2018Male MVP\u2019 for 2009 and 2011 for all of WTT. He is the sports ambassador of the Indian state of Haryana. His young & restless win-it-all attitude make him truly inspirational.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n![\"Hire](\"https:\/\/engage4more.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Leander-Paes-1-1.jpg\")
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She is the first Indian badminton player to have won an Olympic medal, along with being the only Indian to have won the BWF World Junior Championships or to have reached to the final of the BWF World Championships. She has been conferred with the Padma Bhushan\u00a0\u2013 India\u2019s third highest civilian award- in 2016. She has also received the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna & Padma Shri in 2010, Arjuna Award in 2009 & \u2018Most Promising Player of The Year\u2019 in 2008 by the Badminton World Federation. A role model for many, she is credited to increasing the popularity of badminton in India & also considered one of the most successful Indian sportspersons.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n![\"Saina](\"https:\/\/engage4more.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Saina-Nehwal1-1.jpg\")
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Sunil Chhetri<\/a>, who has earned the nickname Captain Fantastic, is the only second player to reach the 100-game mark after Bhaichung Bhutia\u2019s 104.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
He has brilliantly equalled the record of\u00a0Lionel Messi for the number of international goals, making him the second-highest goal-scorer after Cristiano Ronaldo. He is also the only Indian to have played in the USA\u2019s Major League Soccer (USA) with Kansas City and Portugal\u2019s Liga de Honra with Sporting Club de Lisbon.\u00a0He is currently playing for Bengaluru FC. As the undisputed leader of both his club and the country, it\u2019s a little wonder that he has won All India Football Federation (AIFF) Player of the Year on four occasions, in 2007, 2011, 2013 & 2014.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n![\"Book](\"https:\/\/engage4more.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Sunil-Chhetri-1-1.jpg\")
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A former captain of the Indian cricket team, holds the reputation of being one of the most aggressive batsman. His monstrous hitting style has brought India laurels on many occasions.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Virender Sehwag<\/a> became the only Indian to be honored with the Wisden Leading Cricketer in the world for his performance in 2008, subsequently becoming the first player of any nationality to retain the award in 2009. He holds multiple records including the highest score made by an Indian in Test cricket, which was also the fastest triple century in the history of international cricket. He also holds the distinction of being one of four batsmen in the world to have ever surpassed 300 twice in Test cricket, and the only one to score two triple centuries & take a five-wicket innings haul. He is one of only two players in the world to score a double hundred in ODI and a triple hundred in Test Cricket.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n![\"Book](\"https:\/\/engage4more.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Virender-Sehwag-1-1.jpg\")
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A former Indian batsman, is the great-grand-nephew of India\u2019s second President Dr.\u00a0Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan. He is known for his philanthropic works and as an expert cricket commentator.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n![\"Hire](\"https:\/\/engage4more.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/V.V.S.-Laxman-1-1.jpg\")
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