Visakhapatnam, Dec. 22 -- Jemimah Rodrigues played a match-winning knock as India Women chased down a target of 122 with ease to defeat Sri Lanka by eight wickets in the first T20I at Visakhapatnam on Sunday.

Rodrigues was the standout performer with the bat, remaining unbeaten on 69 off 44 balls, an innings laced with ten boundaries. Her composed yet aggressive knock ensured that India completed the chase comfortably and went 1-0 up in the series.

After being named Player of the Match, Rodrigues spoke about her mindset during the innings and the importance of making the most of good form.

"100 per cent, that was the mindset. When the runs are coming, I need to capitalise," she said.

Known for her ability to find gaps, Rodrigues added...