These Indian Women Are So Sexy And Glamorous That They Should Be In Movies, Not In Sports!

Indian sports have seen a shift in power over the years. Back in the heydays, it was men who always took the forefront but this time around, it’s not been the same. Women in sports, whose performances have given a new life to games in India, have taken over young men’s Facebook pages, desktop wallpapers and what not’s!

These women are not only skilled in their particular sport but have also added some glitz, glamour and ‘oomph’. Besides being outstanding athletes who are capable on taking the best in the world, they are also breathtaking beauties who can easily match the hotties in Bollywood.

As Anne Roiphe quotes, “A woman whose smile is open and whose expression is glad has a kind of beauty no matter what she wears.” Take a look at these 10 Indian women in sports that can give a shot at Bollywood!

Jwala Gutta (Badminton)

2010 Commonwealth Games gold medallist, Jwala Gutta has been a ‘hottie’ on and off the court! Be it her aggressive play or controversial comments, Gutta has got the ‘x factor’ of being one of the sexiest bachelorette sport star in India. Her pairing with co-shuttler Ashwini Ponnappa has won enough plaudits including a bronze in the 2011 London World Championships. Gutta is also a recipient of the prestigious Arjuna Award and besides the awards and glories, the former has also acted on-screen. Beware actresses!

Dipika Pallikal (Squash)

Squash may not have won many fans yet but it will soon because of southern star, Dipika Pallikal. The 23-year old squash sensation was the first ever Indian to break in the world rankings of Squash. At the 2014 CWG, Dipika along with co-player Joshna Chinnappa, won the squash women’s doubles gold medal, making it India’s first at the CWG. Furthermore, she’s married to cricketer Dinesh Karthik and recently won a bronze medal for India at the Asian Games 2014.

Prachi Tehlan (Netball)

Introducing the captain of India’s national netball team during the 2010 Commonwealth Games, Prachi Tehlan. Pretty as she is, looks can be deceiving with the style and resistance that goes along with her. Even though netball has not earned a recognition in India as a major sport, Prachi is leaving no stone unturned to win what is lost.

Sonika Kaliraman (Wrestling)

WOMEN IN WRESTLING! NO, the men would say! But try telling that to Sonika Kaliraman. The daughter of former wrestler Late Master Chandgi Ram, Sonika was an elite member of Doha Asian Game’s Indian squad. Sonika had also participated in reality shows like Khatron Ke Khiladi and Bigg Boss.

Sania Mirza (Tennis)

Tennis wouldn’t be the same without the name of Sania Mirza! After her acclaim to fame during the third round win of the Australian Open in 2005, the Hyderabadi has not looked back. Sania courted controversy after some of the religious communities raised voice against her due to the former’s wearing apparel. But the lady did not give up and today she remains one of India’s best female players in all formats of the game.

Sharmila Nicollet (Golf)

India has hardly seen female golfers take the centre stage but here’s introducing Sharmila Nicollet, who has taken the sport by storm. Not to be mistaken for a super-model looks, Sharmila wants to known as one of the brightest spot in Indian golf. Sharmila has won the India’s Hero Women’s Professional Tour and will look to add more laurels when ‘putting’ the ball in the hole!

Tania Sachdev (Chess)

How often we see a sexy chess player outwit the men on the table? Rarely, that’s because of teen sensation Tania Sachdev. An Arjuna awardee in 2009, this 25-year-old has already bagged the World and Asian junior titles in her kitty. Moreover, in 2008, Tania also topped the Asian Chess Championship with 6½ points out of nine rounds. Surely, with the looks and glamour, Tania could give some tiff competition for our B-town hotties!

Sania Nehwal (Badminton)

If badminton is taking on the rigours of cricket in India, well that’s because of the ‘Saina Nehwal’ sensation. After her 2008 performance in the Beijing Olympics, became a household name. Four years later, Saina created more history as she won India’s first ever medal (bronze) at the 2012 London Olympics. Currently sitting in the top 5, Saina Nehwal is considered one of the best ever shuttler on the badminton court.

Pratima Singh (Basketball)

Women’s basketball may have been living life in anonymity but Pratima Singh is here to change all that! Pratima has led her country’s women’s national basketball team in numerous top tournaments and has also raked in numerous awards, including the Best Player award in various state and national championships.

Alisha Abdullah (Motorsport)

Women and motorsports do not always go hand-in-hand in a country like India but try telling this to motorsport freak, Alisha Abdullah. At the tender age of nine, Alisha stepped into the gears of motorsport that began with go-karting and now, motorcars. Touring in foreign countries and taking part in numerous motorsport competitions, Alisha is a car-freak who you would want to stay away from!

The above ladies have the oomph-factor, sexy image and more importantly, the looks that could kill. We wonder if the above tried a hand at acting, would there be a housefull.