Mandira Bedi landed her 2003 Cricket World Cup anchoring role after her genuine cricket enthusiasm caught Sony TV's attention. Facing sexism and online criticism, she persevered, learning to ignore negativity and embrace support. Initially ignored by cricket legends on the panel, she ultimately found her voice, making discussions more engaging and her experience more fulfilling.
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