New Delhi: Amid the celebrations of India’s maiden ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 title, some social-media users chose to cast a shadow over the historic achievement. The Indian women’s cricket team defeated South Africa Women by 52 runs at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, capping a campaign marked by record-breaking performances and remarkable resilience.

Central to India’s success was Jemimah Rodrigues, whose unbeaten 127 against seven-time champions Australia Women in the semi-final propelled India to a five-wicket win and secured their place in the final. Speaking after the semi-final, Rodrigues credited her faith for her performance, saying, “Firstly, I want to thank Jesus. I couldn’t do this on my own; I know he carried me through today.”

However, Rodrigues’ public expres

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