"I didn't have the accreditation to be there" - Sunil Gavaskar’s proposed plan for singing with Jemimah Rodrigues after World Cup 2025 win [Watch]

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Jemimah Rodrigues in action during the World Cup 2025 - Source: Getty

Indian legend Sunil Gavaskar proposed a plan for singing with Women's cricket star Jemimah Rodrigues after the World Cup 2025 victory. India defeated South Africa by 52 runs in the final on Sunday, November 2, to clinch their maiden ICC trophy.

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Sunil Gavaskar had promised Jemimah Rodrigues a jam session if India would win the Women's World Cup 2025. After the historic win, Jemimah reminded Gavaskar of his promise and asked if he was ready.

“Hi Sunil Gavaskar, sir. I saw your message and you said that if India wins the World Cup, we’ll sing a song together. I am ready with my guitar, hope you are ready with your mic. Lots of love, sir, thank you for everything," she said on her Instagram handle. (via News18)
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Gavaskar then replied to Jemimah. He firstly congratulated her and then came up with a plan for their session. The Indian legend stated that he was at the stadium during the final, but did not have the accreditation to be in their dressing room.

"Hi Jemimah. Firstly, many many congratulations to you and your team for having won the ICC Women's World Cup. That has been a tremendous moment. A moment to cherish, a moment to savour, a moment for the ages. And for all the happiness and joy that you've given the Indian cricketing community and the Indian cricket fans. We can't thank you enough," he said on his Instagram handle.
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"Yes, I do remember saying that if we win the World Cup, and I was always confident that you were going to do that, that you will play the guitar and I will sing the song. The song of course is up to you which one. I had a song prepared in case I was able to get you to the change room but of course I didn't have the accreditation to be there. I was at the ground but I didn't have the accreditation to be there. But never mind. You tell me the date. This weekend maybe, Saturday or Sunday. Saturday the Indian team is playing in Australia so maybe you want to do it on Saturday evening or Sunday after the game. Entirely up to you. Do let me know. Looking forward to doing that," he added.
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The Women in Blue defended 298 runs in the final. They bundled South Africa out for 246 to create history. Harmanpreet Kaur became the first Indian Women's captain to win an ICC trophy as well.


Jemimah Rodrigues' semifinal heroics among the top moments

Jemimah Rodrigues unleashed her very best during the big semifinal against Australia. Her match-winning knock was among the top moments of the World Cup 2025.

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Batting first, Australia posted a massive total of 338 on the board. It was an uphill task for India to chase this total down. However, Jemimah Rodrigues' heroics made it possible as they pulled off a chase for the ages.

The Women in Blue got over the line with five wickets and nine balls to spare. She struck an unbeaten 127 off 134 balls, including 14 boundaries. Jemimah Rodrigues was also awarded 'Player of the Match' for her scintillating innings under pressure.

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