For nearly two decades, Mayanti Langer has been one of the defining faces of sports broadcasting in India. At a time when women were still a rarity on major sports broadcasts, she established herself through preparation, authority and an ability to lead conversations around the biggest events in world cricket. In doing so, she helped change perceptions of what a sports presenter could be and paved the way for more women to follow.
Today, Langer remains one of Star Sports’ leading broadcasters, fronting coverage of the Indian Premier League, ICC tournaments and other marquee cricket events. Her longevity is remarkable in an industry that evolves quickly, but so is her continued relevance. As cricket’s television coverage has expanded in both scale and sophistication, she has remained one of its most trusted and recognizable presenters.
Although she is now closely associated with cricket, Langer’s career began in football. A keen player during her school years and later while studying in the United States, she first entered broadcasting through a FIFA beach football assignment before joining Zee Sports on Football Café. That experience opened the door to a career covering many of the world’s biggest sporting events, including FIFA World Cups, ICC Cricket World Cups, the Commonwealth Games, the Indian Super League and numerous IPL seasons.
More than the breadth of her résumé, it is Langer’s influence on the profession that stands out. She built her reputation in a field where female presenters often faced scrutiny that had little to do with their knowledge of sport. Through consistency and credibility, she helped normalize the presence of women in elite sports broadcasting and raised expectations of what the role could be. Her advocacy for greater gender inclusivity has reinforced that impact beyond the studio.
Raised in a military family, Langer often credits that upbringing for instilling the discipline and resilience that have shaped her career. Today, she remains one of the most influential broadcasters in Indian sport—not simply because she covers the biggest events, but because she has helped define how those events are presented to millions of fans.