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Who became the third Cricketer to receive the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award?
Question

Who became the third Cricketer to receive the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award?

A.

M S Dhoni

B.

Sachin Tendulkar

C.

Rohit Sharma

D.

Virat Kohli

Correct option is D

The correct answer is: (D) Virat Kohli
Explanation:
Virat Kohli became the third cricketer to receive the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award in 2018. This is India's highest sporting honor, awarded for outstanding performance in sports.
Kohli, one of the greatest batsmen of modern cricket, was honored for his exceptional contribution to Indian cricket, including his consistent performances across all formats.
Information Booster:

  • The Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award was introduced in 1991-92 and later renamed the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award in 2021.
  • First cricketer to receive the award: Sachin Tendulkar (1997).
  • Second cricketer to receive the award: M.S. Dhoni (2007).
  • Fourth cricketer to receive the award :Rohit Sharma (2020).
  • The award includes a medal, certificate, and a cash prize.

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