In his IPL debut against RCB, CSK’s opener Rachin Ravindra left fans awestruck with his stellar performance. Despite it being his first year in the IPL, he finds himself in the esteemed company of legends like MS Dhoni in the dressing room. Reflecting on Dhoni’s influence, Ravindra spoke about the privilege of learning from the cricketing maestro. With Dhoni’s track record of nurturing young talent, Ravindra is poised for a promising journey under his guidance. The young cricketer’s admiration for Dhoni’s greatness only adds to the excitement surrounding his burgeoning career in the IPL.
Rachin Ravindra’s Performance in Previous Match:
Rachin, a 24-year-old cricketer from New Zealand, made a remarkable debut for CSK in IPL 2023. His stellar batting performance and exceptional fielding skills immediately captured everyone’s attention. However, it was the significance of the moment that truly resonated with him off the field. Making his debut for the five-time IPL champions, CSK, Rachin showcased his prowess in the tournament opener against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. He impressed by scoring 37 runs from just 15 deliveries, providing a solid start in their pursuit of a target of 174 runs.
In his international T20 career, spanning 20 matches for New Zealand, Ravindra has amassed 214 runs at an average of 16.46, with a striking rate of 133.75. His statistics reflect his potential and growing impact on the cricketing stage, hinting at a promising future ahead.
Rachin’s Words:
Rachin Ravindra, the emerging New Zealand all-rounder representing Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in IPL 2024, expresses awe at the opportunity to share a dressing room with MS Dhoni. Ravindra describes Dhoni’s presence as “insane,” emphasizing the legendary cricketer’s remarkable aura. Playing alongside Dhoni has left a profound impact on Ravindra, underscoring the privilege of being in his company.
He said, “To be able to share a dressing room with someone like MS, is insane. I think we all know what he’s achieved, not just for Chennai but also for India, too, and the type of aura he carries and everything. But I think the best thing about him is he is so calm and down to earth like you wouldn’t know, he achieved all he has, said Ravindra at the Super Kings Academy event in Chennai.”
He added, “It just shows the type of person he is and he is a great role model for that because no matter what you achieve on the cricket field, you spend most of your time off it. So, he’s worked it out pretty well and he’s a great leader here in the dressing room.”
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