Why Is Jemimah Rodrigues Unavailable for the 4th T20I?
Synopsis
In a surprising turn of events, Indian batter Jemimah Rodrigues has been ruled out of the 4th T20I against Sri Lanka due to a mild fever. This opens the door for Harleen Deol to step in, as India seeks to maintain their lead in the series. Read on to find out more about Jemimah's impressive performance and her recent captaincy role.
Key Takeaways
Jemimah Rodrigues ruled out due to mild fever.
Harleen Deol steps into the playing eleven.
India leads the series 3-0 against Sri Lanka.
Jemimah ranks among the top run-scorers in the series.
She has an impressive track record in recent matches.
Thiruvananthapuram, Dec 28 (NationPress) Indian batter Jemimah Rodrigues has been excluded from selection for the fourth women's T20I against Sri Lanka at the Greenfield International Stadium due to weakness caused by a mild fever, as stated by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Sunday.
According to the BCCI, “Ms Jemimah Rodrigues was unavailable for selection in the 4th T20I in Thiruvananthapuram due to weakness arising from mild fever. The BCCI Medical Team is closely monitoring her progress and recovery.”
In her absence, Harleen Deol, a batting all-rounder, has been included in the playing eleven for the match, where India will bat first against Sri Lanka for the first time in this series, holding an unassailable 3-0 lead.
Jemimah has notable scores of 69 not out, 26, and 9, positioning her as the second leading run-scorer in the series, following opener Shafali Verma. Her unbeaten score of 69 also propelled her five spots up to number nine in the women's T20I batting rankings.
Even though she will miss Sunday’s game, Jemimah has had an impressive 2025, ranking third among India’s run-scorers with 771 runs in ODIs and 212 runs in T20Is. She played a crucial role in India’s historic ODI World Cup victory, scoring an unbeaten 127 against Australia in the semi-final, leading the team to overcome South Africa in the final at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai.
Earlier this month, Jemimah was appointed captain of Delhi Capitals ahead of the fourth season of the Women’s Premier League (WPL), taking over from Meg Lanning, who had led DC to the final in previous seasons.
Harleen Deol and Arundhati Reddy have been drafted into India’s playing eleven, as Sri Lanka won the toss and elected to bowl first in the fourth T20I at the Greenfield International Stadium on Sunday. India has already secured a 3-0 lead in the five-match series.
This match marks the first time India will bat in the series, after previously opting to bowl and using dew to their advantage to chase down modest totals with ease.
Point of View
We recognize the impact of Jemimah's absence on the Indian women's cricket team. Her remarkable performances have been vital for the team's success, and while her health is the priority, fans will undoubtedly be eager to see how Harleen Deol rises to the occasion. Our commitment is to keep our audience informed and engaged with the evolving landscape of sports news.
NationPress
20 Jun 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What caused Jemimah Rodrigues to be ruled out?
Jemimah Rodrigues was ruled out due to weakness resulting from a mild fever.
Who will replace Jemimah in the 4th T20I?
Harleen Deol has been brought into the playing eleven to replace Jemimah Rodrigues.
What is India's current standing in the series against Sri Lanka?
India currently holds an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match T20I series against Sri Lanka.
