MUMBAI: Mithali Raj needs no introduction! She is an icon for the Indian Women's cricket team. Her contribution in the field of cricket is immense. She is an inspiration for many.

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There is no doubt that this Arjuna Awardee’s dedication towards the sport has garnered her immense name and fame.

But did you know that before taking up cricket, Mithali Raj was learning something else?

Interestingly, according to the reports, she had shown no interest in playing cricket as a child.

Well, she trained to be a Bharatnatyam dancer in her younger years.

However, destiny had a different plan for Mithali and the rest is history!

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From the treasure trove , bhaiya helping me balance while my feet are planted in the sinking sand . The story hasn’t changed a bit . Always like a rock , my supportive big brother ! #priceless #throwbacksunday

A post shared by Mithali Raj (@mithaliraj) on Apr 4, 2020 at 7:18pm PDT

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Then and now, always a poser #throwbacktuesday #posing

A post shared by Mithali Raj (@mithaliraj) on Apr 7, 2020 at 3:03am PDT

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Living the journey through the prism of photographs - from a keen spectator to playing for my country ! #joyride #couldnotaskformore #preciousmemories #LockdownDiaries

A post shared by Mithali Raj (@mithaliraj) on Apr 20, 2020 at 12:01am PDT

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