Current Affairs - Awards and Honours - Discussion

Ravi Shastri, a former Indian cricketer and head coach of the Indian national team, was among the eleven sportspersons recognised with the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Sports Journalists Association of Mumbai. His illustrious cricketing career, followed by his impactful tenure as coach, made him a deserving recipient. The award ceremony also honoured other notable figures from diverse sports such as billiards, shooting, chess, hockey, and badminton, including names like Shubhangi Kulkarni and Michael Ferreira. Shastri’s contribution to Indian cricket, both on and off the field, has been widely acknowledged, and this award stands as a testament to his enduring legacy in sports.