Jemimah Rodrigues shared a hug with Pakistan all-rounder Fatima Sana after their franchises faced off in The Hundred, a moment that quickly went viral on social media. The interaction came after Southern Brave defeated Birmingham Phoenix by 24 runs on Thursday, with players from both teams shaking hands at the end of the match.
The clip drew attention because, as noted in the report, Indian cricketers have maintained a stance of not shaking hands with Pakistan counterparts since the Pahalgam terror attack in 2025. In this instance, however, Rodrigues and Sana were seen greeting each other after the match between Southern Brave and Birmingham Phoenix concluded.
The viral moment after Southern Brave vs Birmingham Phoenix
The post-match hug between Rodrigues and Sana was captured on video and circulated widely online. The two were seen interacting once the game ended, with the handshake line including players from both franchises.
Rodrigues is part of the Southern Brave squad in The Hundred, while Sana represents Birmingham Phoenix. Their brief exchange became a talking point beyond the result itself, as it stood out amid the broader context referenced in the report about India-Pakistan on-field gestures since 2025.
Rodrigues finishes strongly as Brave stay unbeaten
On the field, Rodrigues played a key late role with the bat for Southern Brave, scoring an unbeaten 28 off 18 balls. Southern Brave posted 140/3 batting first, with Lizelle Lee making 43 and Maia Bouchier scoring 45 to set up the total.
The win extended Southern Brave’s unbeaten run this season to four matches, while Birmingham Phoenix remained without a win, according to the report.
Phoenix chase falters after strong opening stand
In reply, Birmingham Phoenix began well thanks to a 73-run partnership between Tammy Beaumont and Davina Perrin. Perrin top-scored with 52 off 43 balls, while Beaumont contributed 22.
The report described their dismissals as a turning point. Sarah Glenn dismissed Perrin, and Lauren Bell removed Alice Capsey. Sophie Molineux took two late wickets as Phoenix finished on 116/5, falling 24 runs short of the target.
Ellyse Perry remained unbeaten on 16, with Sana not out on 5 at the end of the innings.
Key match details from the Southern Brave win
Southern Brave’s 140/3 was built around Lee’s 43 and Bouchier’s 45, with Rodrigues adding late momentum through her unbeaten 28. For Birmingham Phoenix with the ball, Sana conceded 33 runs in her 15-ball spell, while Alana King and Alice Capsey took one wicket each.
With the result, Brave continued their strong start to the season, while Phoenix’s search for a first win went on. The match, however, also left a lasting impression for the post-game moment between Rodrigues and Sana that became widely shared online.
