New Zealand top-order batter Rachin Ravindra, who took the 2023 World Cup season opener by storm scored an explosive 82-baller century on October 5, Thursday. The reigning champions, England took on the 2019 finalists in the inaugural match of the World Cup at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The young Kiwi batter displayed a remarkable skill set in the maiden World Cup match and scored a destructive ton in the game.
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The 23-year-old youngster joined hands with opener Devon Conway to put 200 runs on the scoreboard.
After the match, Ravindra said, " Great to have a great day. Boys bowled and fielded well to restrict them to 280. Luckily I had Devon out there to show me how to do it. (I am) Very very close with Devon. Special to finish it off with him. 4-5 years ago, we all knew Devon would become the player he is."
The Indian-origin cricketer added, "Above all he's a great guy. It was yesterday (because of) the thing (niggle) with Lockie (when did he know he'll bat at three?). Good to get the opportunity. We'll see what happens. I'm actually quite a good sleeper luckily. There was some swing, but the surface was really good to bat on."
