Jemimah Rodrigues’ unbeaten 59 off 50 balls powered Trinbago Knight Riders Women to a thrilling four-wicket victory over Barbados Royals Women, securing their spot in the WCPL 2024 final. Despite Chamari athapaththu‘s all-round performance for BRW, Rodrigues’ composed knock under pressure was the difference, guiding TKRW to the win with two balls to spare
Jemimah Rodrigues Shines in a Must-Win Game
On Tuesday, August 27, Jemimah Rodrigues delivered a match-winning performance that guided Trinbago Knight Riders Women (TKRW) to the final of the Women’s Caribbean Premier League (WCPL) 2024.
In a do-or-die encounter against Barbados Royals Women (BRW), Rodrigues’ unbeaten 59 off 50 balls became the cornerstone of TKRW’s thrilling four-wicket victory.
Chasing 131, the right-handed batter played a composed yet aggressive knock, hitting four boundaries while anchoring the innings as wickets tumbled around her.
Jemimah Rodrigues, born on 5 September 2000, is an Indian cricketer. She is an all-rounder who plays for the Indian women’s national cricket team and the Mumbai women’s cricket team.
Jemimah has also represented Maharashtra’s Under-17 field hockey team. reached her maiden half-century in the 19th over with a beautifully chipped shot over extra cover, sending the ball racing to the boundary.
This crucial boundary not only marked her fifty but also put TKRW within touching distance of the target. Her innings was a masterclass in pacing a chase under pressure, helping her team cross the finish line with two balls to spare.
Athapaththu’s All-Round Effort Overshadowed
Chamari Athapaththu of BRW had a standout performance, scoring 70 off 63 balls in a losing cause.
Her innings, which included ten boundaries, laid a solid foundation for the Royals, who posted 130/7 in their 20 overs.
Athapaththu’s all-round skills were on display as she also chipped in with two wickets during TKRW’s chase.
However, her efforts were overshadowed by Rodrigues’ brilliance with the bat. Despite Athapaththu’s heroics, BRW’s bowlers couldn’t contain Rodrigues, who anchored the chase and ensured TKRW’s qualification for the final.
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