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In a thrilling encounter against Australia at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala on Saturday (October 28), New Zealand‘s young cricket sensation, Rachin Ravindra, once again took the world by storm with a mesmerizing performance in the ICC ODI World Cup 2023.
With New Zealand’s early wicket at 61/1, Ravindra entered the fray and showcased a breathtaking display of stroke play, amassing an astonishing 116 runs from a mere 89 deliveries. While his remarkable knock came agonizingly close to securing one of the most improbable World Cup victories, New Zealand ultimately fell short by a razor-thin margin of just five runs.
Rachin Ravindra’s historic achievement on par with Sachin Tendulkar
In this epic innings, Rachin achieved a remarkable milestone, joining the illustrious ranks of cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar. He now shares an exclusive distinction with Tendulkar as the only two players in the annals of cricket to have scored two centuries in a single World Cup while still being under the age of 24. This monumental feat places Rachin alongside the Master Blaster himself, as Tendulkar accomplished this during the 1996 World Cup, and Ravindra replicated it in the CWC 2023 edition.
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Rachin’s terrific CWC 2023 so far
Building upon his electrifying centuries, Rachin has solidified his position as one of the most prominent run-scorers in the ongoing World Cup. The 23-year-old remarkable form has yielded an impressive total of 406 runs, at a staggering average of 81.20 and an exceptional strike rate of 107.69. This exceptional performance not only highlights his immense talent and ability but also positions him as a potential cricketing icon for years to come.
