Brisbane Heat Retain Jemimah Rodrigues in Women's Big Bash League 2025 International Players Draft
In a significant development for the Women's Big Bash League (WBBL), Brisbane Heat have officially retained Indian batting sensation Jemimah Rodrigues during the 2025 International Players Draft. This move confirms the franchise's continued trust in Rodrigues' consistency, versatility, and match-winning abilities.
The decision comes ahead of the 2025 WBBL season, where teams are finalizing their overseas picks and strategic line-ups.
🔹 Jemimah Rodrigues: A Proven Match-Winner
Jemimah Rodrigues has been a reliable performer in T20 cricket across the globe. Her dynamic strokeplay, ability to stabilize or accelerate an innings, and quick fielding make her an ideal T20 asset.
Her WBBL profile includes:
Franchise: Brisbane Heat
Role: Top-order batter
Batting Style: Right-hand
WBBL 2024 Performance:
Matches: 10
Runs: 237
Best Score: 67*
Strike Rate: 122+
🔹 What Rodrigues Brings to Brisbane Heat
Top-order stability: Rodrigues' calm temperament makes her ideal for powerplay and middle-over phases.
Global T20 experience: She has featured in The Hundred and the Women’s Premier League (WPL), strengthening her tactical knowledge.
Leadership support: While not captain, she brings mentoring qualities and calm under pressure.
Her retention not only benefits Heat’s on-field plans but also adds commercial appeal given her fan following in India and abroad.
🔹 WBBL 2025: Building Momentum
As the Women’s Big Bash League enters its next phase of growth, retaining international stars like Jemimah Rodrigues helps raise the tournament’s competitive quality and global reach. With a strong domestic base and international flair, Brisbane Heat looks like a balanced contender this season.
❓ FAQs
Q1: When will the WBBL 2025 season begin?
The Women’s Big Bash League 2025 is expected to start in October 2025, with fixtures to be announced by Cricket Australia.
Q2: Is this Jemimah Rodrigues’ first WBBL season?
No, she has played in the WBBL before, including for Melbourne Renegades and Brisbane Heat.
Q3: Why did Brisbane Heat retain her?
Due to her consistent form, adaptability on Australian pitches, and previous impactful performances in the WBBL.
Q4: What format is used for overseas player selection in WBBL?
Since 2023, the WBBL introduced an International Players Draft for overseas retentions and selections.
Q5: Are other Indian players participating in WBBL 2025?
Yes, several Indian cricketers are expected to join WBBL 2025 squads, either through retention or fresh draft picks.
Published on: June 19, 2025
Uploaded by: Pankaj
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