HYDERABAD: For nearly 23 long years – from a 16-year-old to her late 30s - Mithali Raj had been on the cricket field traversing across the globe showcasing her immense talent with the willow. The 'reluctant' cricketer became a torchbearer for women as she was a pioneer in many ways.
But the journey hasn't been an easy one. There were many pitfalls to avoid and low phases of life to overcome. "When you are successful not many things cross your mind because you just go with the good things that are happening. But when times are difficult, it becomes a different ball game. I would always think - as a young player - why I am facing this. But then when I shared it with – I don't remember exactly with whom all – they were able to help me out," Mithali, who is busy in the promotion of her biopic 'Shabaash Mithu', which is scheduled to release on July 15, told TOI.
