Nasser Hussain’s seven-year-old post on X goes viral after Jemimah Rodrigues’ heroics in ICC Women’s World Cup semi-final (Images via Getty, AP) Jemimah Rodrigues’ stunning century in India’s record chase against Australia in the ICC Women’s World Cup semi-final not only took the team to the final but also sent social media into a frenzy. After her unbeaten 127 in Navi Mumbai, an old post by former England captain and commentator Nasser Hussain has resurfaced, garnering widespread attention for how accurately he predicted Jemima’s rise.
Jemimah Rodrigues after India reach Women’s World Cup final: ‘She was going through a lot of anxiety’
“Remember the name… Jemimah Rodrigues… made a few throws with her today… she will be a star for India,” Hussain wrote alongside a picture of the then teenager.
Nasser Hussain’s old post on X with a young Jemimah Rodrigues
The post, created more than seven years ago when Jemimah was just 17, has gone viral since India’s win on Thursday. Fans shared the picture and praised Hussain’s keen eye for spotting the talent early. Jemimah, who was ranked No. 3, played one of the best innings of her career to anchor India’s chase of 339, which is also the most successful run in the history of the Women’s World Cup. Her 167-run partnership with skipper Harmanpreet Kaur (89) was the backbone of India’s victory. Speaking after the match, Jemimah reflected on her composure during the chase. “I was telling Harry di (Harmanpreet) that we both have to finish it,” she said. “When it (Harmanpreet’s recall) happened, it was like a disguise for me because I was losing my focus a bit due to fatigue. But when Harman got out, I think it added more responsibility.
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The 25-year-old also opened up about her struggles with anxiety earlier in the tournament, crediting the role of her teammates and family in helping her stay grounded. Jemima’s emotional century not only propelled India to the final against South Africa but also rekindled admiration for her journey. Hussain, it turns out, saw this coming much earlier than most.
