India, Nov. 9 -- Right-handed batter Jemimah Rodrigues inarguably played the innings of the Women's World Cup 2025 in the semi-final against Australia as she returned to the dressing room with an unbeaten 127, helping India pull off the record chase of 339. The 25-year-old was exceptional in instilling belief, and it's no surprise that India, under the leadership of Harmanpreet Kaur, eventually went on to lift their maiden ICC title after beating South Africa by 52 runs in the summit clash.

Just a week after the Women's World Cup final, Jemimah made her way to Australia for the Women's Big Bash League 2025, which got underway on Sunday with the opening match between Brisbane Heat and Melbourne Renegades.

Jemimah, who represents Brisbane...