India's Sporting Legends: Triumphs and Inspirations

Dhyan Chand - The Hockey Wizard

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Milkha Singh - The Flying Sikh

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Sachin Tendulkar - The Little Master

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Mithali Raj - Cricket's Leading Lady

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Viswanathan Anand - Chess Grandmaster

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Mary Kom - Boxing Champion

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Sania Mirza - Tennis Trailblazer

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Saina Nehwal - Badminton's Best

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Pankaj Advani - The Billiards Maestro

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