WATCH: After winning World Cup, hero Jemimah Rodrigues to play for NEW team, it is…

Fresh off India's World Cup victory, Jemimah Rodrigues is set to shine again for Brisbane Heat as the franchise announces its squad for the new season.

New Delhi: Following the start of the Women’s Big Bash League, the tournament has played a pivotal role in revolutionizing women’s cricket. As it returns for its 11th edition, the excitement is at an all-time high.

With the tournament scheduled to start on November 9, Brisbane Heat have revealed their squad for the opening clash. Fresh from her stellar World Cup performance for India, star India player Jemimah Rodrigues is geared up to shine once again in the Heat colours.

Jemimah Rodrigues lifted India’s maiden Women’ World Cup Trophy

Jemimah Rodrigues lifted the maiden Women’ World Cup Trophy for India recently and is set to shift her focus to the shortest format. Following a successful run last season, the franchise decided to retain the Indian star. With the squad for the opening game now announced, Jemimah Rodrigues is ready to represent the Brisbane Heat Women once again.

Jemi! Our World Cup superstar is here! 🩵 @JemiRodrigues | #WBBL11 pic.twitter.com/cA8mIzPo3M

— Brisbane Heat (@HeatBBL) November 9, 2025

Last season, Rodrigues represented Brisbane Heat in 10 matches, amassing 267 runs with a single half-century. While she faced a few challenges during that campaign, her current form could prove to be a major boost for the team this time around. Joining her in the squad will be South African star Nadine de Klerk.

Brisbane Heat is all set to face Melbourne Renegades

With the much-anticipated series just a night away, Brisbane Heat Women are ready to play their season opener against Melbourne Renegades at Allan Border Field on November 9. In the absence of regular captain Sophie Molineux, Georgia Wareham will lead the Renegades. Both sides will be keen to kick off their campaign with a strong performance.

Brisbane Heat Women’s squad for the first match: Jess Jonassen (c), Lily Bassingthwaighte, Bonnie Berry, Lucy Bourke, Sianna Ginger, Lucy Hamilton, Nicola Hancock, Chinelle Henry, Nadine de Klerk, Charli Knott (vc), Annie O’Neil (LRP), Georgia Redmayne, Jemimah Rodrigues.