• India Women edged past South Africa Women by 23 runs in a high-scoring contest at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, on May 7.

  • Jemimah Rodrigues crafted a sublime 123 off 101 balls that became the cornerstone of India’s imposing total.

Jemimah Rodrigues stars in India’s victory over South Africa to clinch final spot in Women’s ODI Tri-Series
Jemimah Rodrigues (Image Source: X)

India edged past South Africa by at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, on May 7, 2025, securing a place in the final of the Sri Lanka Women’s ODI Tri-Series. Batting first, India piled up a formidable total of 337/9, thanks to a sensational century from Jemimah Rodrigues and a powerful 93-run knock by Deepti Sharma. Despite a spirited chase led by Annerie Dercksen and Chloe Tryon, South Africa fell short, finishing at 314/7 in 50 overs. With this victory, India collected two crucial points and confirmed their spot in the final against Sri Lanka. South Africa, having lost back-to-back matches, has now been eliminated from the tournament.

Jemimah Rodrigues anchors Indian innings with career-best ton

Jemimah delivered a batting masterclass under pressure, crafting a sublime 123 off 101 balls that became the cornerstone of India’s imposing total. Walking in with India struggling at 50/3, Rodrigues first stabilized the innings and then switched gears with graceful stroke play and calculated aggression. Her knock featured 15 fours and a six, showcasing a mix of timing, placement, and intent. Rodrigues built a crucial 122-run stand with , steering India from a precarious position to a dominant one. Her ability to rotate strike, find boundaries at will, and hold one end gave India the breathing space they needed after early hiccups. Jemimah’s composure and acceleration post the 30-over mark turned the tide decisively in India’s favor, marking this as one of her finest innings in ODI cricket.

Also READ:

Amanjot Kaur’s triple strike derails South Africa’s late surge

In a match dominated by batters, Amanjot Kaur emerged as India’s most effective bowler, claiming 3/59 in her 9 overs. Her impact was particularly felt during the middle overs when South Africa were building momentum through the partnerships of Annerie Dercksen and Nondumiso Shangase, and later, Dercksen and Chloe Tryon. Amanjot broke the dangerous 70-run stand between Tanzim Brits and Smit and then delivered the breakthrough that dismissed Dercksen for 81—just as she looked set to push South Africa towards the finish line. Her control in the death overs was equally commendable, especially with the dew making the ball difficult to grip. Amanjot’s variations and clever use of angles denied South Africa the late flourish they desperately needed. While batters dominated most of the game, her contributions with the ball played a pivotal role in sealing the match in India’s favor.

Here’s how fans reacted:

 

Also READ: 

This article was first published at , a Cricket Times company.

Subscribe to to watch Exclusive Interviews, Podcasts, Daily News Updates & Explainers.

TAGS:

CATEGORY: Featured India Jemimah Rodrigues ODI Twitter Women Cricket

For latest cricket news and updates, subscribe to our Weekly Newsletter.

About the Author:
Amar is a sports enthusiast and a talented writer who has found the perfect career that combines his two passions. As a valuable member of Cricket Times, Amar brings his passion for cricket and his talent for writing to the fore, providing readers with insightful and engaging content. Cricket lives rent-free in his mind. A person who views cricket as a metaphor for life. You can connect with Amar at amar.bhalla@betvisa68.com and also follow him on .