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Who Is Rachin Ravindra - New Zealand's Cricket World Cup 2023 Hero Named After Rahul Dravid And Sachin Tendulkar

Rachin Ravindra made perfect use of his promotion in the New Zealand batting order to slam his maiden century and guide his team to a sensational win over England in the Cricket World Cup 2023 opener in Ahmedabad on Thursday. The 23-year-old was sent to bat at No.3 in the absence of Kane Williamson and he went on to score an unbeaten 123 off just 93 deliveries. The partnership with Devon Conway meant that England had no chance of a fightback in the game and New Zealand started their campaign on a thumping note. While Ravindra's parents both hail from India, his name actually comes from two Indian cricket team batting legends – Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid.

Asian Games: Indian Women Beat China 2-1 In Sepaktakraw, Men's Team Loses 2 Matches

Indian women's team defeated China 2-1 but the men's side lost to Thailand and Phillipines in its group in regu event of sepaktakraw competition at the Asian Games in Hangzhou on Thursday. In women's regu preliminary event, India lost their first Group A match to Vietnam 0-2 (16-21, 10-21) in just 33 minutes but made a comeback beating hosts China 2-1 (8-21, 21-17, 21-15) at the Jinhua Sports Centre Gymnasium. In men's regu preliminary event, India faced two straight defeats, going down 0-2 (12-21, 10-21) to Thailand before losing 0-2 (21-23, 17-21) to Philippines. (Asian Games Medals Tally | Asian Games Full Schedule)

"It Is Not Like We Are In India...": Babar Azam Bowled Over By Fans' Welcome Ahead Of Cricket World Cup 2023

Overwhelmed with hospitality since arriving in India, Babar Azam is completely feeling "at home" in Hyderabad but didn't forgot to add that Pakistan cricket fans have been missed amid their build-up for the World Cup. The Babar-led Pakistan side has been based in Hyderabad where they played two warm-up matches and will take on New Zealand on October 6 in their tournament-opener. A few days ago, PTI reported that the Pakistan Cricket Board has written to the ICC seeking prompt action on the visa process for its fans and media. "I think the hospitality was quite nice. We were not expecting this, but I think the way people are responding towards our team, everyone (has) enjoyed it," Babar told the media here during ICC's Captain's Day event.

Pakistan Seek To Allay Major Concerns In Cricket World Cup Opener

Pakistan would be desperate to plug the gaping holes and hope their star players regain form when they open their World Cup campaign against a free spirited Netherlands in Hyderabad on Friday. Following a pre-mature Asia Cup exit and defeats in the two warm-up games, Pakistan definitely need to raise their game to go deep in the ODI showpiece. The problems begin from the top with the opening combination not looking the most threatening in the competition. Imam-Ul-Haq averages an impressive 50 in ODIs but on flatter decks in India, he need to better his strike rate of 82 by a few notches.

"Sau Baari Baata Chuke Hain": Babar Azam's Witty Reply To Ravi Shastri On Biryani Question. Watch

Pakistan skipper Babar Azam gave a witty reply to former cricketer Ravi Shastri's question, "How was the biryani in Hyderabad?" During the World Cup Captains' Day press conference, skippers of all participating nations came together and talked about what to expect in the star-studded tournament. As the event progressed, Shastri asked Babar about his views on the biryani in Hyderabad. To which Babar quipped: "Sau baari baata chuke hain (have answered it 100 times)."

Cricket World Cup 2023: List Of Injured Players Who Will Miss Out On Marquee Event

The 2023 Cricket World Cup begins on Thursday at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, with last edition's finalists -- England and New Zealand -- going head to head in the opening fixture. Fortunately for New Zealand, skipper Kane Williamson was declared fit to feature in the tournament and was selected in the 15-man roster, although he would not be available for the opener against England. But, there were many players who weren't lucky enough to regain full fitness in time to be selected in their respective teams for the World Cup.

Cricket World Cup 2023 Schedule: Complete List Of Fixtures And Timings

The ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 is all set to kick off on October 5 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Defending champions England and last edition runners-up New Zealand will be facing each other in the opening game of the tournament. Meanwhile, hosts India will play their first game on October 8. The Rohit Sharma-led side will face Australia in its campaign opener at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. The much-awaited India vs Pakistan clash will take place at the Narendra Modi Stadium on October 14.

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Who Is Rachin Ravindra - New Zealand's Cricket World Cup 2023 Hero Named After Rahul Dravid And Sachin Tendulkar

Asian Games: Indian Women Beat China 2-1 In Sepaktakraw, Men's Team Loses 2 Matches

"It Is Not Like We Are In India...": Babar Azam Bowled Over By Fans' Welcome Ahead Of Cricket World Cup 2023

Pakistan Seek To Allay Major Concerns In Cricket World Cup Opener

"Sau Baari Baata Chuke Hain": Babar Azam's Witty Reply To Ravi Shastri On Biryani Question. Watch

Cricket World Cup 2023: List Of Injured Players Who Will Miss Out On Marquee Event

Cricket World Cup 2023 Schedule: Complete List Of Fixtures And Timings

Cricket World Cup: With ODIs on life support, can India save the format - again?