As the sun had set on her phenomenal playing career, another bright perspective looms large over the horizon. What’s next for Sania Mirza? The most challenging would definitely be her role as a mentor or coach. 

She has the wherewithal, potential and experience to unearth and guide new talent from her own academy or other pastures. The 36-year-old tennis great will finally say goodbye to her illustrious career by playing two exhibition matches at Lal Bahadur Tennis Stadium in Hyderabad on Sunday.