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Jemimah Rodrigues Breaks Silence on Khar Gymkhana Row, Calls Allegations Against Family False

In her first detailed interview since India’s World Cup win, the batter says her family chose silence over confrontation.

Overview

  • Speaking to India Today, Rodrigues said the claims against her parents were untrue, stressing the family followed club rules and had proof.
  • Khar Gymkhana suspended or revoked her membership after member objections to her father’s alleged religious activities, according to officials cited in reports.
  • Reports say Ivan Rodrigues was accused of hosting about 35 gatherings over 18 months linked to Brother Manuel Ministries, which the club’s rules prohibit.
  • Coverage states a staff complaint to former president Nitin Gadekar led management to open formal proceedings that went to a member vote.
  • After a difficult stretch following the T20 World Cup, Rodrigues scored 292 runs in India’s 2025 title campaign, including an unbeaten 127 in the semifinal, and is currently playing for Brisbane Heat in the WBBL.