The Economic Times

'He was my sponsor': Virat Kohli backed Sakshi Chaudhary when her boxing journey hit a difficult phase. Years later, she repaid his faith with Commonwealth Games gold

Sakshi Chaudhary clinched gold in boxing at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, thanks in part to the vital financial and motivational backing from Virat Kohli's foundation. Overcoming injuries and adapting to a weight class shift, she secured an impressive victory, contributing to India's historic haul of seven golds in boxing. Her achievement underscores the critical role of support systems for athletes in navigating hurdles.