Sportspersons who went on to become successful politicians

It is often said that sports and politics do not mix.

However, many sportspeople who have turned successful politicians have broken this myth. Below we list some of this sportsperson who have become successful politicians.

1. Imran Khan

Imran Khan who was the captain of Pakistan team during their World Cup victory in 1992 later formed Tehreek- e-Insaaf party and has become a successful politician. He corners Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on various issues of development in Pakistan.

2. Arnold Schwarzenegger

 Arnold has been an extremely successful Hollywood actor has been equally successful in American politics. He has served two terms of Governor in the state of California in the United States of America from 2003 to 2011.

3. Garry Kasparov

Garry Kasparov topped the chess player ranking from 1986 to 2005. Kasparov became a world champion at the young age of 22 in 1986. After his retirement from the game, he formed The United Civil Front and often takes on Russian leader Vladimir Putin.

4. Kirti Azad

Kirti Azad has been a successful cricket player. He was part of Indian Cricket Team when it won the World Cup in 1983. He won his first elections from Gole Market in New Delhi in 1993. He has also been a Member of Parliament from Darbangha Lok Sabha Seat twice.