Abstract

This caselet covered the life story of Laishram Sarita Devi, a famous boxing champion of India. The caselet gives details of how Sarita Devi overcame various challenges and became a world champion. The case let covers the triumphs and tribulation of a typical sports person who came from a very poor background and went on to become a boxing icon.

Learning Objectives

The case is structured to achieve the following Learning Objectives:

• Understand how Laishram Sarita Devi overcame adversities to emerge as a successful boxer
• Examine the traits of a successful Sportsman
• Discuss what individuals and companies can learn from sportsperson like Laishram Sarita Devi

Keywords

Laishram Sarita Devi, Boxing, International Boxing Association, Manipur State, MC Mary Kom, Arjuna Award, 17th Asian Games, World Boxing Championships, AIBA.