Who became the first Indian woman wrestler to win a silver medal in th...
Anshu Malik scripted history as she became the first Indian woman wrestler to win a silver medal in the World Championships. Also Read - World Wrestling Championships: Wrestler Sarita Mor Wins Bronze Medal in 59 kg Category. The 20-year-old lost her final bout 1-4 to two-time Olympic medallist Helen Maroulis at the World Championships in Oslo, Norway.
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Who became the first Indian woman wrestler to win a silver medal in th...
Babita Phogat
- Babita Kumari Phogat is an Indian wrestler who has represented India in several international competitions.
- She is from a wrestling family, with her father and sisters also being wrestlers.
- Babita has won several medals in international competitions, including a silver medal at the 2012 World Championships and a gold medal at the 2014 Commonwealth Games.
Anshu Malik
- Anshu Malik is an Indian wrestler who competes in the 57kg weight category.
- She made her debut at the senior level in 2019 and has since won several medals in international competitions.
- In 2020, she won a silver medal at the Asian Championships and a bronze medal at the Asian Wrestling Championships.
Sakshi Malik
- Sakshi Malik is an Indian wrestler who competes in the 62kg weight category.
- She won the bronze medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics, becoming the first Indian female wrestler to win an Olympic medal.
- Sakshi has also won several medals in international competitions, including a silver medal at the 2018 Commonwealth Games.
Divya Kakran
- Divya Kakran is an Indian wrestler who competes in the 68kg weight category.
- She has won several medals in international competitions, including a bronze medal at the 2017 Asian Championships and a gold medal at the 2018 Commonwealth Games.
Kavita Devi
- Kavita Devi is an Indian wrestler who competes in the 76kg weight category.
- She is the first Indian woman to compete in WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment).
- Kavita has also represented India in international wrestling competitions.
The correct answer is Anshu Malik. She became the first Indian woman wrestler to win a silver medal in the World Championships. Anshu achieved this feat in 2021 when she competed in the 57kg weight category at the World Wrestling Championships held in Oslo, Norway. This was a historic achievement for Indian women's wrestling and showcased Anshu's talent and dedication in the sport.