I took up boxing out of sheer interest and to help my parents financially. — Mary Kom Copy Share Image
If I, being a mother of two, can win a medal, so can you all. Take me as an example and don`t… — Mary Kom Copy Share Image
I have been juggling so many roles. I am a mother, too. I have three sons to take care of. I don't… — Mary Kom Copy Share Image
I never told my parents that I was doing boxing. They only came to know after I became state champion and my… — Mary Kom Copy Share Image
I miss my kids, and they miss me. It's very difficult, but I have to do it for my country and fulfill my dreams… — Mary Kom Copy Share Image
I loved playing in the fields back home and racing with my fellow students on the way to school. — Mary Kom Copy Share Image
Watching boxer Dingko Singh's performance at the Asian Games, Bangkok, where he won gold, was the defining moment. I was 15 and enjoyed sports… — Mary Kom Copy Share Image
When I started boxing, people laughed at me and said, 'What can women do in boxing?' I took it as a challenge. If men… — Mary Kom Copy Share Image
In Manipur, mostly the top player's family background is very poor. I also come from a poor family, so we have to do more… — Mary Kom Copy Share Image
The incentive of a medal at the biggest sporting arena in the world is what drives me. Before I hang my gloves, I want… — Mary Kom Copy Share Image
I'm grateful to the state and central government for all their support for my academy. — Mary Kom Copy Share Image
Like every other athlete, I always dreamt of playing at the Olympics, and it feels really good to see that dream materialize. — Mary Kom Copy Share Image
I took up boxing out of sheer interest and to help my parents financially. — Mary Kom Copy Share Image
