At just 11 years old, Jemimah Rodrigues found her purpose in life — to win the World Cup for India. It all began the day she saw Sachin Tendulkar, her childhood hero, return home after India’s 2011 World Cup victory.
In a recent Mashable India interview, Jemimah shared how growing up in the same Mumbai neighborhood as the cricket legend inspired her.
“You want a 2011 World Cup memory? This was Sachin Tendulkar’s old building,” she said, pointing to her balcony. “When India won, the entire area was packed. I saw Sachin sir’s car drive in and people cheering everywhere. I didn’t even know what a World Cup was — but I knew I wanted to win one for India.”
The Dream in Motion
Fast forward to 2025 — Jemimah has become the heartbeat of Indian women’s cricket. Her unbeaten 127-run masterclass against Australia in the Women’s World Cup semifinal helped India chase down 339 in Navi Mumbai, securing a spot in the final against South Africa.
It wasn’t just a match — it was a dream turning into reality. Fans flooded social media with messages like:
- “On the way to fulfil the dream.”
- “That’s called manifestation.”
- “Sachin inspired generations — and Jemimah is the proof.”
From Fan to Icon
What began as a young girl watching her idol from a balcony has now evolved into a story of passion and perseverance. Jemimah’s journey embodies the magic of Indian cricket — where dreams born in Mumbai’s crowded streets turn into global triumphs.
Her story is not just about cricket — it’s about believing, manifesting, and never giving up.
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