ICC ODI World Cup 2023: Rachin Ravindra finally speak about India

Despite a heroic fight, the New Zealand team lost in the ICC One Day World Cup 2023 match against Australia on Saturday October 29. Even in the defeat of the team, the performance of the players impressed the fans. ICC ODI World Cup 2023: Rachin Ravindra finally speak about India.

The team’s young batsman Rachin Ravindra’s century boosted the team’s hopes. Continued his amazing form with an explosive game. Rachin helped the New Zealand team who got a huge target of 389 runs to win. He faced a total of 89 balls and got out for 116 runs. In the death overs, Jimmy Neesham showed all his abilities and ventured for the team’s victory.

However, the New Zealand lost by just 5 runs. Australia won the thrilling match. Speaking at the post-match press conference, Rachin was asked questions by journalists. Rachin spoke about the immense support he received in India. As his parents are of Indian origin, he was asked about the pressures faced while playing in India.

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Rachin said very proud of Indian heritage, “Oh, I’ve been asked this question many times. But I think I am 100 percent New Zealand citizen. Meanwhile, I am very proud of my Indian heritage. But I think it’s a matter of pride to be able to perform well in India. This is the country where my parents were born and brought up, a lot of my family is here,” Rachin said.

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Indian pitches have a good batting environment. Trying to improve my game here. I think that will help in a way,” said Ravindra. Rachin was also asked about the support received from the audience at Dharamsala. “Yes, I think it’s probably one of the best crowded grounds we’ve played in India. The way they reacts during the game is very special.

Everyone dreams when they are young that the audience will shout their name out loud. The fans were chanting while the Aussies were batting and even when Neesham was playing at the end. In many cases it was fun to watch. I think it’s always special,” Rachin said.

Despite the defeat against the Australia, New Zealand chances of qualifying for the World Cup 2023 semi-finals have not diminished. The team is currently third in the points table. The team will face South Africa in the next match.