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[Saba Sports News] Jemimah Rodrigues, a widely celebrated figure in Indian women’s cricket, not only impresses with her exceptional batting and fielding but also delights her fans with her musical talents. At the Naman Awards 2024, she captivated the audience by performing a spontaneous song alongside cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar, a moment that garnered significant admiration on social media.
During the Valentine’s Day celebrations on February 14, a video by JioCinema featured Jemimah choosing her favorite teammate with a rose during a practice session at Mumbai’s iconic Wankhede Stadium. She chose Shreyanka Patil, a promising spin-bowling all-rounder, as the “most exciting upcoming player,” a gesture that visibly moved Patil. Despite Jemimah’s lighthearted warning against getting emotional, Patil cherished the rose, planning to preserve it as a treasured keepsake, with Jemimah suggesting it be kept in a diary.
Looking ahead to the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2024, anticipation is high following the inaugural season’s success, which saw significant fan engagement. The league’s second season kicks off on February 23, featuring a match between the previous champions, Mumbai Indians, and the runners-up, Delhi Capitals, at Bengaluru’s M Chinnaswamy Stadium.
Rodrigues will represent the Capitals, while Patil will play for Royal Challengers Bangalore, who aim to improve on their last-place finish from the previous season. After impressive performances on the international stage post-last year’s WPL, both players are set to further their contributions in the upcoming tournament.