Jemimah Rodrigues cracks epic joke (Source: @7cricket/instagram.com)
Ending years of wait, India Women lifted the highly anticipated Women’s World Cup just a week ago, and the joy refuses to fade. With national duties wrapped up, the stars are now spreading their sparkle abroad, as Jemimah Rodrigues touches down in Australia to light up the WBBL season.
Though Australia had its biggest heartbreak from the batter as Jemimah’s unbeaten ton knocked them out of the World Cup. Stepping into the Aussie soil, Jemimah’s hilarious joke grabbed the attention.
Jemimah cracks a playful joke the moment she lands in Australia
Over the past month, the cricket world has witnessed some exciting moments in the Women’s World Cup. Among all the unmissable clashes, the drama unfolded in the semifinal matches between India and Australia. With ice in her veins, Jemimah Rodrigues crafted a sublime unbeaten hundred to send the Aussies crashing out, and the cricket world rose in applause for her brilliance.
Flipping the time, now it's Jemimah Rodrigues’ time to step into the Aussie turf. Donning the Brisbane Heat Women’s jersey, the Indian batter’s hilarious joke about her arrival in Australia left everyone in splits. Speaking to the 7 Cricket, Jemimah said, “I was not sure if Australia would allow me to cross the border after the semi-finals.”
Later on, she praised Australia’s hospitality. While speaking on this, she said, “But honestly, everyone has been so warm and welcoming, and everyone is so happy in general for the growth of women’s cricket. We know that it’s going to change the game massively, not just in India but all over the world.”
Early hiccup for Jemimah Rodrigues in the WBBL
After celebrating a historic World Cup triumph, Jemimah Rodrigues shifted straight into WBBL mode, but her season opener didn’t quite match the script. Coming to bat at the number three position, she was dismissed, scoring 6 runs in 9 balls.
After rain interrupted the match, Brisbane Heat Women started their journey with a 7-wicket defeat. In the next match, they are set to face Perth Scorchers Women, aiming for their first victory of the season.
