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Anaya Bangar Thanks Father Sanjay Bangar After Undergoing Gender-affirming Surgery

Hormone Replacement Therapy: Anaya Bangar, daughter of former India all-rounder and batting coach Sanjay Bangar, has expressed gratitude to her father after successfully undergoing gender-affirming surgery in Thailand. On her Instagram account, Anaya described the operation as a milestone in her journey of self-discovery and said her fathers support had been crucial in helping her through the physical and emotional challenges of the surgery and ongoing recovery in Bangkok. This journey wasnt easy not just for me, but for my family too. Understanding, accepting, and standing by me took time. It wasnt instant. There were moments of confusion, questions, and growth for all of us. But today, standing here, Im filled with nothing but gratitude. To have my father beside me through one of the most important moments of my life means everything. His support didnt come overnight but when it did, it was real, unconditional, and strong. This surgery was a big step for me, but having him with me made it feel possible. Growth takes time. Love takes time. But when it comes, its worth everything. Grateful. Always, wrote Anaya on her Instagram account. It is also mentioned that Bangar covered the cost of the surgery himself, underscoring his support for his daughters decisions. Before turning into Anaya, she was a male named Aryan, who featured in U16, U19 and U23 cricket. This surgery was a big step for me, but having him with me made it feel possible. Growth takes time. Love takes time. But when it comes, its worth everything. Grateful. Always, wrote Anaya on her Instagram account. Also Read: Live Cricket Score She previously played for Islam Gymkhana and then for Hinckley Cricket Club in the UK, but had to step away from playing the sport due to ICC and ECB rules, which bar transgender women who have undergone male puberty from competing in elite womens domestic cricket. Article Source: IANS

21 Mar 2026 10:00 pm