Rani Rampal hails from a humble background with a father working as a cart puller and a mother as a homemaker. |
She received the prestigious Arjuna Award in 2016 for her exceptional achievements in hockey. |
In the 2009 Champion’s Challenge Tournament in Russia, Rani scored four goals in the finals, leading India to a Gold victory. |
Her 200th match was played against Korea in March 2018, solidifying her reputation as one of the top women's hockey players globally. |
Despite facing financial challenges, especially during her formative years, she persevered to pursue her hockey dream. |
Rani was part of the Junior Hockey Team that secured a Bronze medal in the 2013 World Cup. |
A standout moment was her participation in the 2010 World Cup in Canada at the age of 15, where she emerged as the top goal scorer with 7 goals. |
She also participated in the 2010 Commonwealth Games and 2010 Asian Games, where India finished fourth. |
At 14, Rani joined the hockey team, unaware of the Olympics' significance, until later experiences broadened her understanding. |
Currently employed at the Sports Authority of India, Rani previously worked for the railways to support her training financially. |
With support from GoSports Foundation, financial constraints did not impede Rani's hockey journey. |
Her childhood dream of providing her family with a bigger home has been realized through her success in hockey. |
At the age of 9 in 2003, she commenced training at the Shahbad Hockey Academy under the guidance of Baldev Singh, a pivotal figure in her life. |
Despite doubts about her fitness, Rani did not secure a spot in the Indian team for the 2022 FIH World Cup. |