Jhulan Goswami Biography

Biography	Information
Full Name	Jhulan Nishit Goswami
Nickname(s)	Babul, Gozzy, Chakdaha Express
Profession	Cricketer (All-rounder)
Marital Status	Unmarried
Date of Birth	25 November 1982
Age (as of 2022)	40 Years
Birthplace	Chakdaha Nadia, West Bengal, India
Zodiac sign	Sagittarius
Family Caste	Bengali
Hometown	Chakdaha Nadia, West Bengal, India
Religion	Hinduism
Domestic/State Team(s)	Asia Women XI, Bengal Women, East Zone Women, India Green Women
Hobbies	Watching Football and Movies, Reading
Jersey Number	#25 (India)
Bowling Style	Right-arm medium-fast
Education Qualification	High School
Social Media Accounts	Instagram, Twitter

Physical Stats

Attribute	Information
Height	180 cm (5’ 11”)
Weight	70 kg (154 lbs)
Figure Measurements	34-30-34
Eye Colour	Black
Hair Colour	Black

Jhulan Goswami Family Members

Attribute	Information
Father	Nisith Goswami
Mother	Jharna Goswami

Debut in International Cricket

Format	Date	Against Team	Stadium
Test	14 January 2002	England Women	Lucknow
ODI	6 January 2002	England Women	Chennai
T20	5 August 2006	England Women	Derby

Jhulan Goswami Records/Awards

Record Description	Date Achieved
Best Women T20I bowling figures (5 wickets for 11 runs in 4 overs)	January 2017
10 wicket haul in the Test format	March 2017
Leading wicket-taker in Women’s ODI Cricket (over 200 wickets)	May 2017
300th wicket in International Cricket	September 2018

Awards & Honours

Award/Honour	Year
ICC Women’s Cricketer of the Year	2007
Arjuna Award for Cricket	2010
Padma Shri	2012

Interesting Facts About Jhulan Goswami

1. Jhulan Goswami developed an interest in cricket after watching the 1992 Cricket World Cup on TV, although she was initially fond of football.
2. She volunteered as the ball girl in the 1997 Women’s World Cup final match.
3. Jhulan Goswami received the ICC Women’s Cricketer of the Year award in 2007 from M.S. Dhoni.
4. She became the world’s fastest woman bowler after Cathryn Fitzpatrick.
5. She has taken the most number of wickets in ODI matches against the England Women’s team, with an average of just 18.64.
6. Jhulan announced her retirement from women’s T20 International cricket in August 2018.
7. Jhulan Goswami has served as a bowling consultant for India’s women’s national cricket team.

Early Life and Family Background

Jhulan Goswami was born on 25th November 1982 in a town called Chakdaha in West Bengal. As a kid, she loved playing football. But everything changed when she watched the Cricket World Cup on TV in 1992.

Jhulan comes from a simple and supportive family. Her father’s name is Nisith Goswami, and her mother is Jharna Goswami. They always encouraged her to follow her dreams.

Jhulan’s journey in cricket wasn’t easy. She started practicing hard and soon became known for her fast bowling skills. In 2002, she made her debut for the Indian women’s cricket team. She played her first Test match and One Day International (ODI) against England when She was just 19 years old.

Over the years, Jhulan played many matches and took numerous wickets. By 2017, she became the fastest woman bowler in the world. She bowls the ball at an amazing speed of about 120 kilometers per hour.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. When did Jhulan Goswami start playing cricket?
   Jhulan Goswami began her cricket journey at a young age and made her ODI debut on 6th January 2002 against England Women in Chennai.
2. When was Jhulan Goswami born?
   Jhulan Goswami was born on 25th November 1982 in Chakdaha, West Bengal, India.
3. How long did Jhulan Goswami play for India?
   Jhulan Goswami played for the Indian women’s cricket team for about 20 years, showing her dedication and skill.
4. How fast could Jhulan Goswami bowl?
   Jhulan Goswami was known for her fast bowling, throwing the ball at speeds around 120 kilometers per hour.
5. Why is Jhulan Goswami called the Chakdaha Express?
   Jhulan Goswami is nicknamed “Chakdaha Express” because she comes from Chakdaha in West Bengal and bowls as fast as an express train!