Current Affairs - Sports - Discussion

Smriti Mandhana was honoured as the BBC Indian Sportswoman of the Year 2025 in recognition of her exceptional leadership and performance. She guided India to a historic Women’s World Cup triumph, marking a significant milestone in Indian women’s cricket. Other notable contenders included Divya Deshmukh, a Chess World Cup winner, and Preethi Pal, a Paralympic medalist. Veteran shooter Anjali Bhagwat received the Lifetime Achievement Award, highlighting her long-standing contribution to Indian shooting sports.