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From small towns to big cities, India’s Women’s World Cup 2025 squad showcases rising stars and experienced players ready to shine on the global stage.

From a rented auto to the boxing ring, Minakshi Hooda’s rise to world champion shows the power of grit, family support, and unshakable belief.

Ashok Rathod founded the Oscar Foundation in Mumbai to keep children away from addiction, dropouts, and child marriage. With its ‘No School, No Football’ rule, the foundation blends education and sport, empowering thousands of children to dream, learn, and lead.

Rijesh and his 7-year-old daughter are racing through life together — from karate belts to Ironman tracks. Through every sprint, swim, and shared goal, he’s shaping her to be bold, curious, and ready for anything. Their story is a heartwarming, action-packed take on what modern fatherhood can truly look like.

In a cricket-obsessed nation, Mahaveer Raghunathan chose an unlikely path: motorsport. Thirteen years later, he’s racing for Ferrari in the Italian GT Championship, proving that dreams fueled by talent can break every barrier.

After 13 years of training without sponsors or support, 20-year-old Praveen Gupta broke a Guinness World Record. Now, just one jump away from breaking the world’s fastest record, he aims to spotlight India on the global stage.

Gukesh’s father left behind his career as an ENT surgeon, and his mother was the sole breadwinner — how Rajinikanth and Padma Kumari supported Gukesh’s journey to global chess glory.

Sports became a sanctuary for HIV-positive youth through the ‘Champion in Me’ initiative, empowering them to break free from stigma and build resilience. Founded by Elvis Joseph, their multiple programs have impacted over 40,000 lives, offering children like Sonika and Manik a platform to excel, find hope, and inspire change.

Visually impaired Phula Soren didn’t let the lack of sight dim her vision. Today, she is the vice-captain of India’s Blind Cricket Team. Here’s her story.

Meet eight amazing Indians who found success, and started living their dreams after 60. From building model rockets for ISRO to winning gold medals in athletics, here are their stories.