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produced a batting masterclass under pressure, scoring a sensational century to keep India’s hopes alive in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 semi-final against Australia. The Mumbai crowd erupted with joy as the hometown star reached her milestone, showcasing grit, flair, and maturity in one of the biggest games of her career.
Jemimah Rodrigues rises to the occasion with stunning ton
Chasing a daunting 339, India found themselves under pressure early on. But Rodrigues stood tall amidst the chaos, anchoring the innings with grace and confidence. Partnering with skipper , Jemimah turned the tide of the match, stitching together a crucial 167-run partnership that kept India in contention.
Harmanpreet played the perfect captain’s knock, scoring a fluent 89, but her dismissal brought tension back into the chase. Yet, Jemimah remained composed, rotating the strike brilliantly and finding gaps with her elegant drives and sweeps. When she brought up her century, the entire DY Patil Stadium erupted, chanting her name in unison.
With this innings, the 24-year-old has reaffirmed her reputation as one of India’s most dependable middle-order batters and a true big-match performer. Her calm presence at the crease has kept India’s chase alive against the defending champions.
Social media erupts in praise
While Jemimah did not raise her bat to celebrate her century, social media platforms indeed flooded with admiration and excitement. Fans, former cricketers, and even official cricket bodies joined in to hail her stunning performance. From heartfelt posts to animated memes, the cricketing world collectively celebrated Jemimah’s moment of glory. Many fans described it as her “career-defining innings,” while others praised her for handling pressure with remarkable maturity.
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Here’s how fans reacted:
This 💯 from Jemimah Rodrigues is one for ages. Need to finish the game now.
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan)
A WORLD CUP SEMI FINAL HUNDRED BY JEMIMAH RODRIGUES. 🇮🇳
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra)
Jemimah Rodrigues brings up a calculated ton in the big semi-final chase 🔥
Watch her lead India’s chase, broadcast details here ➡️
— ICC (@ICC)
𝙅𝙚𝙢 of a knock 💯
3️⃣rd ODI HUNDRED for Jemimah Rodrigues 🔥
She continues to fight for 🫡
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— BCCI Women (@BCCIWomen)
Absolute Queen behavior,
Take a bow, Jemimah Rodrigues 🙇♂️— TukTuk Academy (@TukTuk_Academy)
Got trolled after first 4 match in this world cup and then she got promoted to No.3
And today Jemimah Rodrigues scores a semi final 💯 at her home town 👏🏻
— Richard Kettleborough (@RichKettle07)
Jemimah Rodrigues what a century under pressure. Just win the match now 👸❤️
— Pari (@BluntIndianGal)
💯 in a knockout game, मानलं तुला, Jemi 🔥
| Jemimah Rodrigues— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan)
Take a bow, Jemimah Rodrigues! 💯👏
A sensational century -pure class, composure, and confidence. 🏏💫
What a player, what an innings! 🇮🇳❤️— Sarcasm (@sarcastic_us)
jemimah rodrigues the queen you are 👸
— Ministry Of Sarcasm (@M_OfSarcasm)
📂 Jemimah Rodrigues.
— ICT Picture That Goes Hard (@ICThardPics)
A WORLD CUP SEMI FINAL HUNDRED BY JEMIMAH RODRIGUES. 🇮🇳
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra)
HUNDRED FOR JEMIMAH RODRIGUES IN THE WORLD CUP SEMI FINAL 2025 🇮🇳🔥
– One of the Iconic chases ever is happening, Jemi is the star from the front against Australia.
— Mycric (@MyCric101)
Jemimah Rodrigues hits Century in World Cup Semifinal against Australia.
— GAURAV (@crazyGaurav_)
Jemimah Rodrigues .. you are phenomenal.. you are amazing.. you shown determination.. courage.. I m so proud of you .. God bless you always
— ¥0 m@n! (@maniwinz)
Most 100s for India in women's ODIs as non opener
7 Harmanpreet Kaur
5 Mithali Raj3 JEMIMAH RODRIGUES
— Mohit Shah (@mohit_shah17)
100 in a World Cup semifinal…. top knock from Mangalore blood Jemimah Rodrigues 🫡
— sumanth (@sumanth0181)
100 for Jemimah Rodrigues🔥
— 𝗙e𝐚𝐫𝗹𝐞𝐬𝐬⁴⁵ (@45FearlessRo)
NO CELEBRATIONS FROM JEMIMAH RODRIGUES.🥹
— Rana Ahmed (@RanaAhmad056)
What a Fantastic 100* from Jemimah Rodrigues in semifinal vs Australia.😍
Fantastic play by jemimah Rodrigues 🙌🙌🔥— Dr. dinesh patel (@DineshP30569576)
A great hundred from Jemimah Rodrigues but the job is not done yet….
— S@urabh (@___100rabh)
Hundred For Jemimah Rodrigues 🔥
Now Finished the match😇🙏— SARPANCH (@Jot_855)
JEMIMAH RODRIGUES smashed 100 runs 🚨
— mr patel (@ruralvikas)
Greatest ever knock of Jemimah Rodrigues's entire career.
Still no celebration from her. Hopefully, will get to see once she finishes the job. 😍
— Aditya Saha (@Adityakrsaha)
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