Jemimah Rodrigues, a star player for Delhi Capitals (DC), is excited and determined to win the Women’s Premier League (WPL) trophy this season. DC has finished as runners-up in the last two seasons, losing to Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Rodrigues wants to change that this year.
“We have played well and been consistent,” she said. “I believe we can finally win and lift the trophy this time. We’re working hard as a team to achieve this.”
Rodrigues has a simple way of getting ready for matches. She practices different situations she might face, whether that’s hitting aggressively or staying steady while batting. She also works on her powerful shots by using heavier cricket balls.
At 24, Rodrigues has scored 381 runs in 18 WPL matches, with an impressive strike rate of 143.82. She believes the WPL is crucial for the growth of women’s cricket in India. “Playing against the best makes us all better players,” she explained. “The more competitive matches we have, the more we learn to handle pressure. The excitement for women’s cricket is definitely increasing in India.”
Rodrigues mentioned that she has a close friendship with DC captain Meg Lanning and has learned a lot from her. “I watched her during the World Cup, and she is very competitive and positive. When we finally talked, I was surprised at how friendly she is. She’s aggressive on the field, which helps lead the team,” she said.
The Delhi Capitals will kick off their WPL 2025 campaign against Mumbai Indians on February 15 at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara.
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