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Rodrigues takes big call over WBBL commitments after India teammate Mandhana's wedding postponed
- This month, Jemimah Rodrigues will miss the remainder of the Women's Big Bash League after Brisbane Heat agreed to release her so she can stay in India.
- After Mandhana's father fell ill, her November 23 wedding was postponed and Rodrigues chose to remain after returning for pre-wedding events.
- Arriving in Australia within a week after the World Cup, Rodrigues played three matches for Brisbane Heat, scoring 6, 11 and 20, after being Heat's No.1 pick at the International Player draft earlier this year.
- Brisbane Heat will miss Jemimah Rodrigues for the final four games but welcome Grace Harris back for the November 28 match against Sydney Sixers, CEO Terry Svenson said.
- Beyond this season, Brisbane Heat wished Heat fans well and described Rodrigues' choice to support Mandhana as a challenging time, highlighting their close bond after India's maiden World Cup triumph.
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