Jemimah Rodrigues brought out her signature guitar celebration after scoring an unbeaten 127* (134) in the second semi-final of the 2025 Women’s World Cup. Her match-winning knock helped India successfully chase a massive 339, setting a new record for the highest-ever successful chase in Women’s World Cup history.

Jemimah Rodrigues overcame emotion as she was applauded by her teammates after a stellar performance in the middle. She celebrated with her signature guitar gesture, a symbol of her unique style. In a huddle, she fired up the team, stating, “This is our pitch, and we won’t let anyone take it from us.”

“We discussed it in the dressing room. This is our ground, and we can’t let anyone come in and take what’s rightfully ours. It’s our home, and our goal is to dominate here and play our best cricket,” Jemimah said.

Jemimah Rodrigues played a key role in stabilising India’s innings, forging a massive 167-run partnership with captain Harmanpreet Kaur off 156 balls. This partnership steered India back on track after a shaky start at 59/2 in 9.2 overs. Following Harmanpreet’s 89 off 88 balls, Jemimah formed vital partnerships with Deepti Sharma (24 off 17), Richa Ghosh (26 off 16), and Amanjot Kaur (15 off 8), ensuring India crossed the finish line.

Phoebe Litchfield’s brilliant 119 off 93 balls powered Australia to 338, with a key 155-run stand with Ellyse Perry (77 off 88). Shree Charani (2/49) and Deepti Sharma (2/73) kept things tight in the death overs.