Anjum Chopra is a celebrated Indian cricket icon, former Captain of the Indian women’s cricket team, and an accomplished motivational speaker. Driven by passion and determination, she chose to pursue her dream over a corporate career, leading her to represent India in six World Cups and secure the distinction of leading India in its first-ever International Test series win.
Chopra’s illustrious career is marked by scaling great heights and breaking barriers. She holds the distinction of being the most successful Indian Test skipper and the first woman cricketer to receive an international appointment as the technical consultant to the South African women’s cricket team. This leadership experience provides the foundation for her insights on managing diverse teams and achieving victory.
In recognition of her extraordinary contributions to the sport, Anjum is a recipient of the Padma Shri (2014), one of India’s highest civilian honors, and the Arjuna Award (2007). Beyond her playing career, she co-authored the coffee table book Women’s Cricket World and acted in the nationally acclaimed docudrama Poor Cousins of Million Dollar Babies.
As a highly sought-after speaker, Anjum Chopra draws on her experience in elite sports to deliver inspiring and motivating talks. She focuses on the crucial themes of managing a team of diverse individuals, the power of self-belief, and the drive required to push oneself to become a winner. Her presentations are invaluable for audiences interested in Team Building, Motivation & Storytelling, and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
