Fists Of Fury - Sarita Devi

Laishram Sarita Devi’s journey from the insurgency-affected streets of Manipur to the international boxing arena is one of defiance, resilience, and hard-earned success. After the tragic loss of her father, a young Sarita was tempted to join the insurgency, even transporting weapons for militants. But before she could lose herself to that life, her brother intervened, steering her toward sports.

Sarita initially took out her frustration in taekwondo before transitioning to boxing under the guidance of coach Ibomcha Singh at his academy. Here, she met fellow-boxer Mary Kom and the two became fast friends. This shift didn’t just save her—it ignited a passion for boxing and a dream to represent India. Her rise began in 2005, with a bronze at the World Championships in Podolsk, Russia. Just a year later, she clinched gold in New Delhi. Over the ...