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Mithali Raj recently became the first female cricketer to win which of the following awards?

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Mithali Raj is the first female cricketer to win the Khel Ratna, but she is the fifth cricketer overall to win this award, following Sachin Tendulkar (1997-98), MS Dhoni (2007), Virat Kohli (2018), and Rohit Sharma (2020).
Updated On: Jun 29, 2026
  • Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award
  • Major Dhyan Chand Award
  • Major Abdul Kalam Azad Trophy (MAKA Trophy)
  • Dronacharya Award
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The Correct Option is A

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Mithali Raj was awarded the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna in 2021, becoming the first female cricketer to receive India's highest sporting honour. Answer: Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna
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