India, Oct. 31 -- Jemimah Rodrigues produced a masterclass for the ages, steering India past seven-time champions Australia to secure a place in the Women's World Cup final. Her unbeaten 127 off 133 balls in the high-pressure semifinal showcased remarkable composure and class against one of the most dominant teams in history. Meanwhile, she had to fight some inner demons and revealed how she had been struggling with anxiety off the field. She admitted to breaking down in tears almost every day but found the strength to stay composed when it mattered most, guiding India to the final.

Rodrigues was all focused on taking India to the final as she didn't even celebrate after reaching her century and was in tears after taking the team over th...