Beth Mooney Reacts to Jemimah Rodrigues WBBL Entry Remark With Hilarious Response
Jemimah Rodrigues WBBL entry — India’s World Cup hero Jemimah Rodrigues has been making waves not just with her bat but also with her wit. After her light-hearted remark about entering Australia following India’s World Cup semi-final win went viral, Australia’s Beth Mooney couldn’t resist joining the fun with a cheeky response during a WBBL 2025 clash.
Jemimah Rodrigues’ Viral WBBL Entry Remark
Fresh off guiding India to their maiden ICC Women’s ODI World Cup title, Jemimah joined Brisbane Heat for the ongoing Women’s Big Bash League. When asked how her Australian teammates welcomed her after that semi-final triumph over the hosts, the 25-year-old replied humorously:
“I was not sure if Australia would allow me to cross the border after the semi-final, but everyone’s been so warm and welcoming. Women’s cricket has grown massively since that win — not just in India but worldwide.”
Her witty response quickly went viral, highlighting the friendly rivalry between the two cricketing giants.
Beth Mooney’s Playful Reaction
Australian opener Beth Mooney, currently representing Perth Scorchers, decided to respond in kind. Speaking through the stump mic during a WBBL match against Sydney Sixers, Mooney joked that she feared Australia might not let their own players back in after losing the World Cup semi-final.
“We heard Jemi say she was worried they wouldn’t let her into the country because they beat us, but I actually thought they weren’t going to let us back in for losing. Thankfully, immigration let me in,” Mooney quipped, drawing laughter from commentators and fans alike.
A Light Moment Amid Intense Rivalry
The exchange perfectly captures the sportsmanship and camaraderie shared between Indian and Australian cricketers, even amidst fierce on-field competition. Rodrigues’ spectacular unbeaten 127-run knock against Australia in the semi-final remains one of the standout performances in women’s cricket history.
As the WBBL season continues, both Rodrigues and Mooney have become fan favorites — Rodrigues for her dynamic energy and Mooney for her humor and class at the crease. Their fun interaction is another reminder of how the women’s game continues to grow in popularity, with personalities shining through both on and off the field.
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