WATCH- Jemimah Rodrigues hugs Fatima Sana after Women’s Hundred game despite frosty relations between India and Pakistan
Hold up, cricket fam. You’ve all seen the clip. Jemimah Rodrigues wrapping her arms around Fatima Sana, the world melting in real-time, and every timeline on the planet screaming about sportsmanship beating politics. It’s a goosebumps moment, no doubt. But here’s the thing you need to know before you reshare that post: that iconic hug did not happen yesterday, and it’s not breaking news for August 1, 2026. It’s a throwback - a glorious, heartwarming, two-year-old memory that refuses to die. And honestly, that’s exactly why it still matters.
The original moment went down on August 3, 2024, during a London Spirit vs. Welsh Fire group-stage clash at Lord’s in The Hundred. It was spontaneous, electric, and utterly human. No cameras scripted it. No PR team approved it. It was just two elite athletes, representing nations with frozen diplomatic ties, choosing to see each other as competitors first - and friends after. Fast forward to today, and social media is buzzing with nostalgic reposts. But the hard truth? Neither Rodrigues nor Sana is contracted for The Hundred 2026. There’s zero fresh interaction to report. What you’re seeing is a retrospective moment, not a current headline. Still, that hug packed a punch that refuses to fade, and the cricketing world can’t stop talking about it.
Where Are They Now? The 2026 Status of the Two Stars
Let’s talk current. Both of these superstars have been busy - just not with each other. For Jemimah Rodrigues, the grind never stops. As of August 1, 2026, she remains a pillar of Indian cricket. Her resume? A rock-solid 85 ODIs with 1,374 runs at an average of 34.35, and a whopping 102 T20Is where she’s piled up 2,211 runs at nearly 30. She’s not suiting up this month - no league, no tour - but she’s far from idle. Her next confirmed assignment is a home T20I series against the West Indies starting September 15, 2026. Rest, prep, and that trademark smile? That’s where she’s at.
On the flip side, Fatima Sana has strapped on the captain’s armband for Pakistan’s T20 side, and she’s thriving under the pressure. Her all-round numbers are legit: 45 ODIs with 422 runs and 44 wickets, plus 89 T20Is boasting 1,002 runs and 78 wickets. She’s the heartbeat of her squad, no question. Her next big test? The Women’s T20 World Cup qualifier in October 2026 - venue still TBC. But here’s the brutal reality for fans dreaming of a rematch: there is nothing on the ICC, PCB, or BCCI calendars for a women’s India-Pakistan bilateral series. The last official face-off remains the 2024 Women’s Asia Cup final - India winning by 8 wickets on July 28, 2024. Politically, the boards are as frosty as ever, but on the women’s side? Zero drama, zero sanctions, zero new incidents. Just two stars doing their own thing.
📊 102 T20Is for Jemimah Rodrigues - She’s crossed the century mark in the shortest format, proving consistency at the highest level since that famous 2024 hug.
The Hundred 2026: No Drama, Just Cricket
If you’re scrolling through The Hundred 2026 expecting a live replay of the hug, you’re tuning into the wrong broadcast. This year’s edition - running from July 22 to August 16 - is all about the cricket, not the geopolitics. With neither Rodrigues nor Sana in the draft, the spotlight has shifted squarely to the on-field fireworks. And trust us, there’s plenty to cheer for.
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oval Invincibles | 6 | 5 | 1 | 10 |
| London Spirit | 6 | 4 | 2 | 8 |
| Welsh Fire | 6 | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| Manchester Originals | 6 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Northern Superchargers | 6 | 1 | 5 | 2 |
The Oval Invincibles are running the table with five wins from six, and the energy in the stands is absolutely unhinged. Tickets are flying - group games priced between £10 and £45, with the Lord’s final on August 16 costing up to £75 for premium seats. The vibe? Pure, unfiltered franchise cricket. Young talent is stepping up, athleticism is peaking, and the narrative has shifted from frosty politics to blistering boundaries.
