India's World Cup Star Jemimah Rodrigues Bravely Opens Up About Anxiety Struggles

On October 31, 2025, cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues was the star of India's thrilling semi-final victory against Australia at the Women's World Cup in Navi Mumbai. Her match-winning performance not only helped India reach the final but also revealed a different kind of strength off the field.

After the game, Jemimah bravely opened up about her personal battle with anxiety in an emotional post-match interview. Her heartfelt confession moved millions, including Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone, who praised her for being open and vulnerable about her mental health journey.

Deepika, who has always been transparent about her own experiences with mental health, took to Instagram to express her admiration for Jemimah. The actress reshared a video where the cricketer spoke candidly about her struggles with anxiety and the support she received from her family and friends.

Jemimah revealed how she had been dealing with anxiety throughout the tournament, often calling her mother and crying before matches. She emphasized the importance of speaking up about mental health, saying, "Nobody likes to talk about their weakness." The cricketer's vulnerability and honesty have inspired many, including Deepika, who has been appointed as India's first-ever Mental Health Ambassador.