In a night that will be remembered for years in Indian cricket history, Jemimah Rodrigues produced a performance of a lifetime, guiding India to the Women’s World Cup Final with a record-breaking chase against defending champions Australia at the DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai.
Chasing a mammoth 339-run target, India reached 341/5 in just 48.3 overs, powered by Rodrigues’ magnificent 127 off 134 balls*, an innings laced with 14 boundaries and pure determination.
Partnering with skipper Harmanpreet Kaur (89), Rodrigues stitched together a vital 167-run stand, turning what seemed like a daunting chase into a moment of national pride. Her maiden World Cup century came off 115 balls, and her celebration reflected not just relief but deep emotion.
After the match, an overwhelmed Jemimah said,
“I have cried almost every day during this tournament. To come back and perform for my country when it mattered most — it feels surreal.”
Rodrigues’ journey to this moment wasn’t easy. Having struggled for form in the early stages of the tournament — and even being dropped for one match — she returned stronger, displaying her trademark grit and class.
The Mumbai batter’s heroics, alongside consistent leadership from Harmanpreet, helped India rewrite history — completing the highest successful run chase in Women’s World Cup history.
As the final whistle blew, fans erupted into chants of “India, India” under the floodlights of Navi Mumbai, celebrating not just a victory, but a story of resilience, faith, and redemption.
With this win, India booked their spot in the World Cup final, and Jemimah Rodrigues cemented her place as one of the brightest stars in world cricket.
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