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'Cricketing World Is Rachin's Oyster': English Veteran Predicts Franchise Cricket For Young Kiwi

image-lov2kdrjRachin Ravindra is in stupendous form in WC 2023 (AP Photo)

New Zealand batting all-rounder Rachin Ravindra has made an explosive debut in the ongoing World Cup edition. His ground-breaking performances have shattered many long-standing records in World Cup history and have propelled the BlackCaps to some inspirational victories. He has undoubtedly been the cornerstone of New Zealand’s impressive run in this year’s World Cup competition.

English cricket-turned-commentator Michael Atherton showered immense praise on the 23-year-old who has been dazzled to witness his spectacular exploits with the bat in the ongoing tournament. Atherton declared that Ravindra has the world of cricket at his feet after the Kiwis' victory against Sri Lanka in their last group-stage match in Bengaluru.

“The cricketing world is his oyster. New Zealand’s population resource may be comparatively thin, but they continue to unearth and produce good talent. Ravindra will be in demand, as many of the Kiwis are, but they seem to handle the franchise conundrum deftly.”

Following Ravindra’s successful World Cup run, Atherton emphasized that cricket franchises from around the World will have their eyes firmly set on him and will go to any length to procure his services. Additionally, Rachin Ravindra is now the second-highest run-scorer in the World Cup with 565 runs under his tally which includes 3 centuries and 2 half centuries. Besides his average stands at a staggering high of 70.62.

Atherton also made a remark on the Kiwi skipper Kane Williamson who has made a remarkable comeback after suffering a thumb injury during his side’s clash against Bangladesh. He asserted that the New Zealand think tank was more than willing to carry him even before he sustained a thumb injury.

“New Zealand were prepared to carry Williamson, even though he was not available at the start. His form, after such a long absence, looked remarkably unaffected in his comeback game, until he broke his thumb in a freak accident. Now he is back again, calmly steering the ship.”

New Zealand are all set to lock horns with India during their blockbuster semi-final encounter at the Wankhede on November 16. Previously, the 2019 runners-up faced defeat at the hands of the home side during the 21st fixture of the ICC Men’s World Cup at Dharamshala.