On Thursday, in the Women’s World Cup semifinal match, India created history by defeating Australia by 5 wickets. Batting first, the Australian team had set a mammoth target of 339 runs for India. In response, the Indian women displayed tremendous composure and confidence, chasing down the total with 9 balls to spare.
The star of this historic victory was Jemimah Rodrigues, whose brilliant century guided India to the final. As the Indian team celebrated on the field, Jemimah was seen in tears — tears of joy and hard work. An emotional Jemimah said,
“In the end, I just remembered what’s written in the Bible — Be still, and God will fight for you.”
Her words touched every heart that believes in perseverance and faith amid challenges.
Jemimah, who follows Christianity, has faced several ups and downs in her journey. In 2024, she found herself amid controversy when Mumbai’s Khar Gymkhana Club canceled her honorary membership. The decision came after complaints were filed against her father, Ivan Rodrigues, for allegedly organizing unauthorized religious gatherings on the club premises. Some even accused him of religious conversion activities — allegations that were never proven.
And yet, today, Jemimah Rodrigues has silenced every critic with her bat, making the entire nation proud. India has not only secured a place in the World Cup final but has also proved that hard work, faith, and determination can overcome any obstacle.
