Jemimah Rodrigues combines elegance with power, redefining middle-order batting for India across formats. Her ability to anchor and accelerate makes her indispensable in India’s white-ball setup. From her WPL impact to crying maiden ODI ton in 2025, her career is marked by class and continuous evolution.
🧒 Early Life & Cricketing Roots
Born on September 5, 2000, in Mumbai, Jemimah entered India’s cricket landscape early—making her U‑19 debut as a 13-year-old. She scored a remarkable 202 in a 50-over junior match* and transitioned seamlessly through domestic age-group cricket. Her father, Ivan Rodrigues, served as her early coach and mentor.
International Journey & Breakthroughs
- T20I Debut: February 2018 vs South Africa
- ODI Debut: March 2018 vs Australia
Jemimah scored her first ODI century in January 2025, blasting a 102 off 91 balls vs Ireland, leading India to their highest-ever ODI total of 370 and series victory.
She also topped the ODI ICC rankings, reaching a career-best No. 19 spot in January 2025.
In the Sri Lanka Women’s Tri-Nation Series 2025, her superb 123 vs South Africa helped India seal the final berth.
📈 WPL Impact & Franchise Career
Acquired by Delhi Capitals Women for ₹2.2 crore in the inaugural WPL (2023), Jemimah scored 235 runs at an average of 39.16 and SR of 153.59 in 2024, playing a pivotal role in DC reaching the final again.
In 2025 she scored 146 runs in 8 innings at SR of 130+ including a top score of 56, anchoring critical middle-order stability.
🎯 Career Highlights & Stats (As of Mid‑2025)
🏟️ International
- T20Is: 107 matches, 2,267 runs @ avg 30.22, SR 116.01, 12×50s.
- ODIs: Maiden century (102) vs Ireland; pivotal 123 vs South Africa, series-clenching role in 2025 tri-series.
🏏 Domestic/WPL
- Top WPL run-scorer for DC, known for game awareness, flexibility, and finishing ability.
🧾 ICC & Recognition
- First entry into top‑20 ODI rankings in Jan 2025 (No. 19)
- Known for adaptability across chase and anchor roles
- Leading DC’s fielding charts with most catches by a fielder in WPL (15)
💰 Net Worth & Endorsements
- WPL Salary: ₹2.2 crore (Delhi Capitals, WPL 2023)
- BCCI Contract: Grade B (~₹30 lakh per year)
- Franchise Earnings: Played for Brisbane Heat (WBBL), Northern Superchargers (The Hundred); earnings include AUD 110,000 draft and other league fees
Estimated net worth: ₹8–10 crore (~USD 1–1.2 M), including endorsements.
🌐 Personal & Professional Persona
Jemimah is known for her vivacious and inspirational dressing room presence, often engaging in music and positivity alongside performance. She has previously shared her gratitude toward Smriti Mandhana, calling her a “big sister,” after receiving her Test cap following India’s historic win vs England in December 2023
She is also vocal about online abuse in women’s cricket and endorsed ICC’s new AI initiatives to combat harassment
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⁉️ FAQs – Jemimah Rodrigues
January 12, 2025 vs Ireland—an innings of 102 off 91 deliveries, propelling India to their highest-ever ODI total (370).
123 vs South Africa in Sri Lanka Tri-series, 2025—career-best and series-winning knock.
Delhi Capitals Women; bought for ₹2.2 crore in 2023 WPL auction.
Reached career-high No. 19 in ICC ODI rankings for batters in January 2025.
Yes, she earned her Test cap against England in December 2023 and remains part of India’s multi-format setup.
✅ Final Thoughts
From Mumbai junior prodigy to WPL star and national batting cornerstone, Jemimah Rodrigues’s journey is built on grace, grit, and game awareness. Her 2025 performances have cemented her as a serious run-maker and match-winner. As she grows into senior roles, Jemimah continues to carry India’s middle-order with flair and composure.