Mithali Raj and PM Modi
Reflexes
- Mithali Raj retired from international cricket on June 8, 2022
- Mithali made his debut against Ireland in June 1999
- Mithali Raj holds the record for the most international runs in women’s cricket
Mithali Raj, former captain and veteran batsman of the Indian women’s cricket team, bid farewell to international cricket last month on June 8, 2022. Following this, the country’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his monthly radio show Mann Ki Baat, while wishing him good luck, had also called him an inspiration to many people. Following this, Prime Minister Modi also sent a letter to Mithali praising her. To which the former cricketer responded by tweeting and thanking the prime minister.
Prime Minister Modi wrote in his letter that “you have served Indian cricket for more than two decades. You have the incredible talent, perseverance and willingness to change it takes to deliver great performances over the years. Not only helped you, but also helped many budding players. During your long playing career, there are many records you have broken and many records you have set. These achievements show your skill. Your success is beyond statistics and You are a ‘trending’ athlete who has broken many records and you are a wonderful source of inspiration to others.
Mithali responded to the Prime Minister’s letter
Mithali Raj, while responding to Prime Minister Modi’s letter, wrote in her post on Saturday that she is overwhelmed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s praise for her contribution to sport. Mithali tweeted: “It is a matter of honor and pride that when one receives so much encouragement from our Prime Minister, who is a role model and inspiration to millions of people besides myself. I am overwhelmed by the kind words of encouragement he said for me.” contribution to cricket.
After this PM Modi also wrote a letter to him. Sharing the photo of this letter, Mithali Raj wrote in the following tweet that “I will always cherish it (the letter). I am greatly encouraged by my upcoming entries and our honorable contribution to the development of Indian sports.” I will work hard. live up to the Prime Minister’s expectations.
A look at 23-year-old Mithali Raj’s career record
Mithali Raj made his international debut in June 1999 against Ireland. After 23 years, he bid farewell to international cricket. He has scored 7,805 ODI runs in 232 matches with an average of over 50. He has also scored 2,364 runs in 89 T20 Internationals and 699 runs in 12 Tests with the help of a century and four half centuries. Apart from this, he led India in 155 One Day Internationals in which the team recorded a record 89 wins. Belinda Clark is second on the list with 83 wins.
