New Zealand’s promising all-rounder, Rachin Ravindra, has made a significant impact in India during the ICC Men’s ODI World Cup. His stellar performance in the team’s warm-up match against Pakistan garnered widespread attention. This 23-year-old, who hails from Indian origins, opened the innings for New Zealand and played a crucial role in rescuing the team from a precarious situation.

What makes Rachin’s story even more intriguing is the origin of his name, which is linked to two cricket legends – Indian head coach Rahul Dravid and the iconic Sachin Tendulkar.

Rachin Ravindra is an integral part of New Zealand’s World Cup squad. In the warm-up match against Pakistan, he partnered with Devon Conway at the top of the order. Despite an early setback with Conway’s dismissal by Hasan Ali, Ravindra joined forces with Captain Kane Williamson. Their remarkable partnership of 179 runs steadied the New Zealand innings.

Ravindra’s innings of 97 runs off just 72 balls, embellished with 16 fours and a six, was a standout performance. He came tantalizingly close to a century but was dismissed three runs short by Agha Salman. His swift half-century in 41 deliveries sent a clear message that he is not to be taken lightly in the World Cup. New Zealand, batting first against Pakistan, posted a formidable total of 343 for the loss of 5 wickets.

Rachin Ravindra’s journey in cricket has its roots in his father’s admiration for Rahul Dravid and Sachin Tendulkar. Born on 18th November 1999 in Wellington, Rachin’s father, a software engineer originally from Bengaluru, moved to New Zealand in the 90s. Rachin’s talent became evident at a young age, leading to his selection in New Zealand’s under 19 squad. His father crafted his unique name “Rachin” by combining “RA” from Rahul and “chin” from Sachin.

In his international career thus far, Rachin has played 3 Tests, 12 ODIs, and 18 T20Is, amassing 72 runs in Tests, 189 runs in ODIs, and 145 runs in T20Is.

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