dutee chand Archives

Rashmi Rocket, despite its predictability, asks the right questions

Rashmi Rocket, despite its predictability is shouldered by excellent performances and a crucial question that applies not just to the world of sport but more so, outside it – the question, what constitutes a woman?

Manik Sharma June 15, 2016

Sports

What Dutee Chand’s Coming Out Means for Indian Womanhood

Dutee Chand has come a long way: She’s won a fight against the sexist, transphobic practices of the International Olympic Committee. And now, she has come out as being in a same-sex relationship. The small-town athlete continues to challenge outdated notions of womanhood, just by being herself.

Kahini Iyer May 2, 2016

Sports

Can We Please Take a Moment to Cheer for Hima Das?

Between Jofra Archer's deadly bouncers at Ashes and the shock draw in the Premier League, it’s been a hell of a weekend for sports fans. But amid all this frenzy, there is a soothing balm — and her name is Hima Das. The 19-year-old Assamese track star has quietly picked up six gold medals in as many weeks.

Kahini Iyer April 30, 2016

Sports

Girls Just Wanna Score Runs: Why 2018 Was a Banner Year for Women in Sport

Women in sports are making up for lost time by smashing records while stoking the pride of the nation. From the on-field exploits of Mithali Raj and Harmanpreet Kaur, to the athletic feats of PV Sindhu, Hima Das, Mary Kom, and their peers, female athletes have forced naysayers to eat their words.

Kahini Iyer March 6, 2016