In a spectacular semi-final at the DY Patil Stadium, Rodrogue played the innings of her career, anchoring India’s incredible 339-run chase against reigning champions Australia. The monumental victory, which saw India record the highest successful chase in Women’s ODI history, was immediately followed by a powerfully emotional moment as Rodrigues broke down in tears of joy in her father’s arms.
India’s record-breaking win over Australia
The match will be remembered not only for the high stakes but also for the sheer audacity of the Indian chase. Chasing a formidable 339 to win, the Indian batting line-up, led by the young star from Mumbai, meticulously dismantled the Australian attack. Rodrigues was the focal point of the chase, finishing unbeaten with 127 runs off 134 balls, adorned with 14 beautiful boundaries.
This masterclass innings achieved two significant achievements: it set a new record for the highest successful run chase ever completed in women’s One-Day International cricket, and it ended Australia’s formidable 16-match unbeaten run in World Cup tournaments. The victory propels India to the Women’s World Cup final for the third time in their history, following their previous appearances in 2005 and 2017.
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Jemimah Rodrigues’ emotional hug to her father gets a lot of attention
The magnitude of the achievement became immediately apparent after the final run was hit. After collecting her well-deserved Player of the Match award, Rodrigues headed to the stands where her family were sitting. In a moving scene that resonated with fans worldwide, the young batter was visibly overwhelmed and broke down in tears as she hugged her father. The tight hug, in which her father remained stoic and collected while clearly overflowing with pride, captured the immense pressure and ultimate emotional release after her match-winning performance. The heartfelt exchange quickly became the defining image of India’s triumphant evening and cemented her status as the country’s new World Cup hero.
Here’s the video:
Pure moments of happiness! 💙
Tears, smiles and family hugs. Jemimah’s winning knock says it all! 😭💪
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