Indian cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues overcame anxiety to score 127 not out, leading India to the ICC Women’s World Cup final.

Indian cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues has drawn widespread praise for openly discussing her anxiety struggles during the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, revealing she often cried on the phone to her mother and felt numb after being benched early. Despite these challenges, she delivered a match-winning 127 not out in a record chase of 339 runs against defending champions Australia, securing India’s spot in the final against South Africa. Actress Deepika Padukone, who has spoken about her own mental health journey, shared Rodrigues’ emotional press conference video on Instagram Stories, commending her courage and highlighting the importance of mental well-being in sports. Rodrigues credited her family, teammates, and faith for her resilience, and her openness has sparked broader conversations about mental health among athletes.