SPORTS
Sreejesh's remarkable career, boasting 336 international caps, came to a close with a second consecutive bronze medal for India.
Initially, he harbored animosity towards her for outshining him academically. However, as fate would have it, animosity transformed into affection, much like the plot of a Bollywood film. This is how the love story between P R Sreejesh and Aneeshya blossomed at the GVN Sports School in Kerala. Over time, the talented long jumper reciprocated his feelings and embraced the future national hockey goalkeeper as her life partner. Sreejesh, who recently retired from the national team following the Paris Olympics, shared the details of his love story during a recent discussion with PTI editors. He spoke openly about how he fell in love with Aneeshya, revealing that he was already a student at the sports school in Kannur when she enrolled in 2001.
"I was a bright student, top of the class. I was a superstar, the teacher's pet and favourite of everyone. She came and suddenly I see, she was better than me, scoring well in everything. I would score between 35 to 42 out of 50, she was getting 49, straight up 50. So I started to hate her; we became enemies and that's how it was before love blossomed," he said.
Their enduring love has spanned over two decades, with more than 10 of those years spent as a married couple. A clear testament to their bond can be seen in Sreejesh's hockey sticks at the Paris Olympics - her name was delicately etched on a customised stick that the charismatic 36-year-old goalkeeper used during the Games. Sreejesh's remarkable career, boasting 336 international caps, came to a close with a second consecutive bronze medal for India.
Aneeshya, now a respected Ayurveda doctor, exchanged vows with Sreejesh in 2013 in a private temple ceremony, attended only by close family and friends.
During a recent interview with PTI Bhasha, she shared her conflicting emotions regarding Sreejesh's decision to retire from international competition. Although she expressed joy at the prospect of spending more time with him at home, she also acknowledged that the sports enthusiast within her would miss his commanding presence in the Indian goalpost.
Sreejesh disclosed that when he first began his hockey career, his main goal was to secure a stable job. This was not only important for his own future, but also played a significant role in convincing Aneeshya's parents that he was a suitable match for her.
"...in Kerala before approaching the girl's father, you have to be financially secure," he said.
Sreejesh and Aneeshya are proud parents of two children, their son Sreeansh and daughter Anusree. Interestingly, their names are engraved on the hockey sticks that Sreejesh used during his Olympic Games matches.
It is evident that Sreejesh has achieved great success in both his personal and professional life. He married the love of his life and went on to become a legendary figure in the sport he is passionate about. His story mirrors the romantic tales often depicted in Bollywood films, where love and success go hand in hand.
Also read| When did Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah last play domestic cricket?
DNA TV Show: How US Presidential election results may impact the world
Sharda Sinha dies at 72: Who are there in her family?
Who was Sharda Sinha aka Bihar Kokila, famous for Chhath and Maine Pyar Kiya songs?
Bihar Kokila Sharda Sinha passes away in AIIMS, son Anshuman confirms news
Parliament's winter session to begin from Nov 25, to continue till Dec 20
IPL 2025 mega auction dates announced: Check no. of players, venue, where to watch and more
Deepinder Goyal reveals customers' reaction to wife Grecia Munoz delivering Zomato orders
Infosys founder Narayana Murthy flirts with Sudha Murty in viral video from Kapil Sharma show
Ajay Devgn's fans don't want Singham Again to become a blockbuster: 'Rohit Shetty jab tak hai...'
Types, Most Popular and Where to Buy Peptides for Bodybuilding
Luxury in the City of Light: SABO Boutique Hotel Brings Elegance to Varanasi’s Sacred Ghats
Virat Kohli, Babar Azam could play for same team as Afro-Asia Cup set for revival
Shaping the Future of Web Apps: Full Stack Developer’s Expertise in API Design and Cloud Deployment
The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Enhancing Software Performance and Security
Mastering Linux for Superior Sound
Amid divorce rumours of Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai, Aaradhya praises mother in viral video
AI in Data Warehousing: Future Trends and Innovations
Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Jio IPO worth Rs 840960 crore in 2025: All you need to know
After India's 0-3 loss against New Zealand, Shah Rukh Khan calls Gautam Gambhir...
BIG revelation on Imane Khelif, Olympic gold medallist boxer's medical repot leaked, it confirms…
Meet man who built Rs 152000 crore company, donated Rs 100 crore, now set to lead US firm as...
Visa Uncertainty: Impact of US polls on global talent
Virat Kohli turns 36: IPL franchises send heartwarming birthday wishes to legendary India cricketer
Meet Sanjay Verma, the new DGP of Maharashtra who replaced Rashmi Shukla
Anushka Sharma shares FIRST photo of Akaay, Vamika to celebrate Virat Kohli’s birthday
CAT 2024 admit card to be out today at iimcat.ac.in; know release time, steps to download
Vikas Divyakirti UPSC Tips: Check strategy to crack IAS exam, aspirants should study for...
Video of Pakistani man putting hand into chained tiger's mouth goes viral, social media reacts
Shalini Passi reveals her husband's connection to Shah Rukh Khan's wife Gauri Khan, they were..
SC upholds validity of UP madrassa law, says it does not violate principle of secularism
US Presidential Elections 2024: What time do the polls close; when will the results be known?
Elon Musk shares controversial post on X amid US election results, video goes viral
Mukesh Ambani's company earned Rs 15393 crore last week, his net worth now stands at...
Chhath Puja 2024: Know about Kharna, Sandhya Arghya, Usha Arghya, date, timings and puja vidhi
Virat Kohli Birthday: Legendary batter turns 36, here's a look at his incredible milestones
When Ratan Tata met his first true love after 50 years, went for dinner together, know who she was
Samantha Ruth Prabhu hits back at trolls who body-shamed her: 'If you guys...'
Two fall prey to Narayana Murthy and Mukesh Ambani's deepfake videos, lose Rs 80 lakh: Report
North Korea fires multiple ballistic missiles toward sea ahead of US election
Deepika Padukone romances Hrithik Roshan in Bikini, looks sizzling hot in UNSEEN viral video
Chhath Puja 2024: Top 50 wishes, What'sApp messages, quotes to share with your loved ones
Meet Caroline Emmons, Ratan Tata's 'first love' with whom he couldn't marry due to...
Who is Rohan Jaitley, frontrunner to replace Jay Shah as BCCI secretary?
World’s most expensive human tooth is valued over Rs 3000000, it belonged to…
Viral video: Little girl’s adorable dance to Lisa Haydon’s 'Manali Trance' impresses internet, watch
SC to deliver its verdict on pleas against Allahabad HC order scrapping UP madrasa law today
DNA TV Show: Why Election Commission changed Assembly by-elections' dates
Days after imposing fine on Anil Ambani, Sebi now issues Rs 130 crore demand notices to...
Thailand announces indefinite visa-free entry for Indian travellers
Meet daughter of billionaire, who studied in UK, now works in Rs 32770 crore Indian company as...
MUDA case: Lokayukta police summon Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah for questioning on...
This city is 4000 years old, belongs to bronze age where 500 people lived, it is located in...