Celebrating Jhulan Goswami — gentle giant, fierce warrior, trailblazing world-beater

Always a threat: In her prime, Jhulan was among the quickest bowlers in the women’s game. And even late in her career, she remained a handful for batters. (Source: Getty Images)

Indian icon: Jhulan’s aura and ability to devote herself to the team’s cause made her popular among both fans and teammates. (Source: Getty Images)

Anju Jain was first struck by the teenager’s height. She was easily the tallest of all the players assembled at Panchkula, Haryana, for the Indian team’s preparatory camp ahead of the 2000 Women’s World Cup in New Zealand.