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IPL 2024: CSK’s Rachin Ravindra purchased for Rs 1.8 crore, proving to be a steal | Cricket News – Times of India

CHENNAI: Rachin Ravindra’s IPL career may be just two matches old, but the thrill-a-minute opener has already illustrated that he is a box-office T20 player in Indian conditions. After enjoying a dream IPL debut against Royal Challengers Bengaluru with a 15-ball 37, Ravindra tormented the Gujarat Titans bowling attack by smashing 46 off just 20 deliveries.With back to back impactful knocks, the Kiwi batter has not only massively contributed to CSK’s successive victories but also ensured that the team is not missing the services of first-choice overseas opener Devon Conway (who is on the sidelines with a thumb injury). Ravindra’s high returns are a reward for CSK’s forward thinking and smart work at the auction. Even though the southpaw displayed his batting might on Indian pitches in th...
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How Rachin Ravindra at CSK is fast becoming IPL 2024’s best signing: ‘I’ve always idolised Jadeja’

The IPL subreddit, usually a battleground for browbeating diatribes, last night offered something to be unanimously agreed upon. “Can someone please explain why Rachin Ravindra went for so cheap?” read the comment. Underneath it, an elaboration, “Are all other teams except CSK mo**ns? Why not bid more on a young proven talent? If CSK goes on a winning streak the next few years because of him, all those other teams deserve not winning many titles.”Rachin Ravindra, poached at a bargain price of 1.8 crore INR, has turned out to be an instant hit for the defending champions CSK. Moving on from their previously successful model of sinking the opposition via their spinners to now flexing their long batting on a healthier batting wicket at Chepauk, Chennai’s new signing is coming handy to lay ...
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IPL 2024: How MS Dhoni is using the ‘Impact Player’ rule | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The 'Impact Player' rule, according to Michael Hussey, the batting coach for the Chennai Super Kings, has extended their batting order, enabling former captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni to bat as late as number eight in this IPL.With the implementation of the 'Impact Player' rule in the 2023 edition, each franchise is now allowed to designate five substitutes, one of whom may enter the game as a substitute.On Tuesday, CSK defeated Gujarat Titans in Chennai by scoring 206 for six, which was enough to win the game.Even though his admirers were growing a little impatient, Dhoni did not appear to be coming in with seven hitters out to bat."It's definitely been a directive from head coach (Stephen) Fleming to keep pushing the game forward. The 'Impact Player' has lengthened the batting...
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Watch: Fans peep through railway station vents to watch CSK-RCB IPL opener | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: A viral video circulating on social media captures the sheer enthusiasm of fans resorting to unconventional methods to catch the action-packed clash between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) during the IPL 2024 season opener on March 22. The video displays a sizable crowd of cricket enthusiasts queuing up in front of vents at Chepauk railway station, ingeniously opting for a more budget-friendly yet adventurous approach to witness the highly anticipated showdown between CSK and RCB.Also See: How to watch IPL Cricket 2024The scene, captured in the video shared across various social media platforms, showcases the vibrant spirit of IPL fandom, where fans spare no effort to immerse themselves in the excitement of the game, even if it means unconventi...
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CSK vs GT Emotional Rollercoaster: Comical fielding error, usual adulation for MS Dhoni, destruction from ‘Yuvraj Singh lite’

Chennai Super Kings dropped Maheesh Theekshana on Tuesday. Though it may raise eyebrows, the move to bring in Matheesha Pathirana made total sense.With Rachin Ravindra in the XI, who is also capable of bowling four overs, Chennai believe Pathirana will provide them with the edge. As far as Theekshana goes, since joining the Super Kings he hasn’t created the sort of impact that the team would have expected from him, especially in home conditions at the Chepauk. BRING IT ON! 🔥💪🏻#CSKvGT #WhistlePodu #Yellove 🦁💛 pic.twitter.com/zmnAjgFTLW — Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) March 26, 2024 In all of this, Mitchell Santner would feel hard done by. He had a superb outing for New Zealand at the last year’s World Cup at Chepauk. But he once again warmed the bench at Chepauk. Two cooks spoil the...
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IPL 2024: Chennai Super Kings showcase batting might as Shivam Dube stars in 63-run rout of Gujarat Titans at Chepauk

SYNOPSIS: With a batting template in tune with the demands of T20 cricket, Chennai Super Kings showed their might at home to bury Gujarat Titans by 63 runs for their second successive win. For a major part of the last decade, Chennai Super Kings’ template at home was to strangle opponents with their spinners. On the slow Chepauk pitches, where they enjoy a win percentage of over 70, this had been their success model. But with batting depth that extends all the way to No.9, CSK’s Plan A is to out-bat the opposition with sheer power. 2⃣ in 2⃣ for Chennai Super Kings 👏👏 That’s some start to #TATAIPL 2024 for the men in yellow 💛 Scorecard ▶️ https://t.co/9KKISx5poZ#TATAIPL | #CSKvGT | @ChennaiIPL pic.twitter.com/njrS8SkqcM — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) March 26, 2024 And with a placid pitch...
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Chennai Super Kings’s new method: All-out attack with the bat

These are still early days into the IPL 2024, but there is new found intent and purpose in Chennai Super Kings’ batting might. Blessed with batting depth all the way till No 9 — which can extend even further – CSK are looking to break the glass ceiling where the strike-rate has taken total precedence over other batting metrics.Sample this. On Friday, in pursuit of Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s target of 174, Chennai’s batting line-up drifted away from their usual conventional approach where one among the top three bats the distance. Instead, their line-up came with the sole intention of keeping the pressure on the RCB’s bowlers at all times. Barring their skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad who fell early, their other five batsmen marched on at a strike-rate of: 246.66, 142.10, 122.22, 121.42, 147....
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First-day first-show: CSK’s new era gets off to winning note at IPL 2024, RCB’s Chennai woes continue

CSK vs RCB Synopsis: At a venue where they have historically struggled, Royal Challengers Bengaluru suffered another defeat despite a lower-order rally from their batting unit. Chennai Super Kings held their nerves to start off a new era on a victorious note. Chepauk remains bogey venue for RCB Since beating CSK at Chepauk in the inaugural edition of the IPL, RCB has yet to win a game here. Their record now stands 1-8 at the venue. RCB’s wait extended as the batting unit once again struggled to get used to the slowness of the surface. In conditions that are far different to the ones they find back home, RCB’s struggles here are not surprising. Apart from lacking the batsmen who can ace spinners, their formula largely has been to go aggressive with the bat. Despite dew being a factor, F...
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Watch: Rachin Ravindra’s catch triggers mini collapse for RCB | – Times of India

Just when Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) seemed to be cruising after winning the toss and opting to bat, Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) New Zealand allrounder Rachin Ravindra came up with a stunning catch on his Indian Premier League (IPL) debut to dismiss the dangerous-looking RCB captain Faf du Plessis, which triggered a mini collapse.LIVE UPDATES: CSK vs RCBRCB were 41 for no loss in 4.2 overs when Du Plessis's attempt to hit another boundary off Mustafizur Rahman found Ravindra running in from deep covers to lunge forward and take a stunning catch.Du Plessis scored 35 off 23 balls. Mustafizur then dismissed Rajat Patidar for a duck off the last ball of the fifth over to make it 41 for 2. One run later, in the last over of the Powerplay, Deepak Chahar removed Glenn Maxwell for zero to...
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CSK vs RCB Playing 11, IPL 2024: Matheesha Pathirana misses out, Rachin Ravindra to debut, Rajat Patidar returns

Chennai Super Kings vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Playing 11, IPL 2024: In the inaugural match of Indian Premier League 2024 Royal Challengers Bangalore will take on defending champions Chennai Super Kings at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Friday. While MS Dhoni’s side has an opening slot to fix in the absence of Devon Conway Faf du Plessis-led RCB needs to sort out their spin combination. Apart from that both teams have powerful batting line-ups which would blow any opposition on a given day. The likes of Ruturaj Gaikwad, Moeen Ali, Shivam Dube, and a rejuvenated Ajinkya Rahane form the core of the batting line-up for CSK. As per RCB Virat Kohli, skipper Faf and Glenn Maxwell have done the heavy lifting in last season but the additions of Rajat Patidar and Cameron Green would give a bi...
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Rachin Ravindra becomes youngest recipient of Sir Richard Hadlee Medal | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: In a historic achievement, Rachin Ravindra, the standout performer of New Zealand's World Cup campaign in India, was awarded the Sir Richard Hadlee Medal, making him the youngest recipient of the honour in the country's cricket history.Ravindra, aged 24, had a remarkable season, establishing himself as a crucial player in New Zealand's red and white ball sides.Ravindra's outstanding performance in the ODI World Cup included scoring 578 runs at an impressive average of 64, featuring three centuries and two half-centuries, including an unbeaten 123 against England in the tournament opener.His contributions earned him the ICC's Emerging Player of the Year for 2023 and a lucrative $350,000 Indian Premier League (IPL) contract with the Chennai Super Kings.The Sir Richard Hadlee Me...
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Nathan Lyon praises emerging talent Rachin Ravindra as a budding superstar | – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Australian spinner Nathan Lyon has hailed New Zealand batsman Rachin Ravindra as a budding "superstar" while expressing confidence in Australia's stance to clinch victory in the ongoing first Test match against New Zealand in Wellington.Following Ravindra's impressive unbeaten innings of 56, guiding New Zealand to 111/3 at stumps on day three, Lyon commended the young batsman's prowess, acknowledging his potential to make significant strides in international cricket."Rachin seems like a really good player," Lyon remarked. "This is the first time I've bowled to him -- I watched a lot of him during the World Cup and he's going to be a superstar."Despite Ravindra's standout performance, Lyon expressed faith in Australia's capacity to apply sustained pressure on the New Zealand b...
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Conway out, Ravindra in for New Zealand ahead of 1st test against Australia

New Zealand’s Devon Conway. | Photo Credit: AFP Devon Conway has been ruled out but Rachin Ravindra has been cleared to play for New Zealand in the first cricket test against Australia starting at the Basin Reserve on Thursday.Conway suffered a thumb injury while keeping wicket in the second Twenty20 international between the teams on Friday last week. While initial scans suggested there was no fracture, additional tests in Wellington in recent days have found there is damage to Conway's left thumb.Conway will have further tests later in the week. Meantime, Will Young open the batting with Tom Latham in Conway's place.Henry Nicholls, who was dropped from the New Zealand team ahead of its two recent tests against South Africa — both victories — has been recalled to provide reinforcemen...
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‘Tough one’: Colin Munro on Rachin Ravindra’s T20 World Cup prospects | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Colin Munro, the New Zealand and Desert Vipers cricketer, weighed in on the T20 World Cup prospects for Kiwi youngster Rachin Ravindra and praised the impact of Pakistani cricketer Azam Khan during a pre-match press conference ahead of Desert Vipers' clash against Dubai Capitals.Munro expressed his view that Ravindra's chances of making it to the playing XI for the upcoming T20 World Cup could be hindered by the presence of experienced stars like Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner, and Michael Bracewell."Tough one. Rachin has not played a lot of T20Is for the Kiwis. You got Michael Bracewell who along with Mitchell Santner is the top one and two spin bowling all-rounder. The wickets in the Caribbean are also going to spin. You also got Glenn Phillips, another spin-bowling all-r...
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Rachin Ravindra bluntly refuses to share his Player of the Match award with Kane Williamson | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: After registering a resounding 281-run win against South Africa, New Zealand's star young batsman Rachin Ravindra lauded captain Kane Williamson in the opening Test at Bay Oval on Wednesday.Williamson, who notched up centuries in both innings of the Test match, scored 118 runs in the first innings and followed it up with an impressive 109 runs in the second essay.Besides Williamson's spectacular show with the bat, Ravindra slammed his maiden double century, an impressive 240 in the first innings.The 24-year-old left-hander, who hit 26 fours and three sixes in his 366-ball knock, was adjudged Man of the Match.During the presentation ceremony, when asked whether he would be willing to share his Man of the Match award with Williamson, Ravindra had a witty reply ready to deliver....
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‘It’s a real ‘pinch-me’ moment’: Rachin Ravindra on playing alongside Kane Williamson | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: In a heartfelt tribute, New Zealand's young star Rachin Ravindra expressed admiration for Kane Williamson, describing the experience of batting alongside the seasoned 33-year-old as "very special."Following the conclusion of the first day of the Test match between New Zealand and South Africa in Mount Maunganui, Ravindra shared his sentiments, labelling the opportunity to share the pitch with his "idol" Williamson as a "pinch-me" moment.Reflecting on Williamson's century in the match, the 24-year-old couldn't contain his awe, describing it as "unbelievable" that the right-handed batsman continues to exhibit such prowess by smashing centuries. The admiration and appreciation from the emerging talent highlight the impact and inspiration that Williamson brings to the younger pla...
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Kane Williamson hits century to surpass Virat Kohli and Don Bradman | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: In a remarkable display of skill and experience, New Zealand's seasoned batsman Kane Williamson outshone both Virat Kohli and legendary Australian cricketer Don Bradman in the Test hundreds list on Sunday.Williamson demonstrated his prowess, concluding the Day 1 of the first Test unbeaten with an impressive score of 112 (259) against South Africa at the Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui.The veteran batsman commenced the year 2024 with a stellar performance, notching up his 30th Test century and forming an unbroken partnership of 219 runs with Rachin Ravindra (118*).This century propelled Williamson ahead of both Kohli and Bradman, who had accumulated 29 centuries each. Additionally, he equalled the tally of England's Joe Root, who also boasts 30 Test centuries.Facing a challenging ...
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NZ vs WI, 1st Test: New Zealand dominate opening day with Rachin Ravindra’s maiden century | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Rachin Ravindra's maiden Test century and Kane Williamson's 30th century guided New Zealand to a commanding position on the opening day of the first Test against a depleted South Africa at Bay Oval. The Kiwis posted 258 for two with an unbroken stand of 219.Scorecard: New Zealand vs South Africa, 1st TestSouth Africa, opting to bowl after winning the toss, made an immediate impact when debutant Tshepo Moreki dismissed Devon Conway in the second over. Dane Paterson, another Proteas debutant, had Tom Blundell edge behind for 20.However, Ravindra and Williamson showcased resilience against accurate seam-bowling by South Africa's inexperienced attack. The duo patiently built their partnership, frustrating the Proteas as they ended the day safely at the crease.Ravindra, playing hi...
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New Zealand name Williamson, Ravindra for Proteas Tests

New Zealand’s Kane Williamson. | Photo Credit: AP Star batters Kane Williamson and Rachin Ravindra were named Friday in the New Zealand squad for the two-match home Test series, starting next week, against an inexperienced South Africa side.Williamson returns to the Black Caps after a hamstring strain sidelined him during the recent home Twenty20 series win over Pakistan, which New Zealand took 4-1.Fresh from being named emerging player of the year by the International Cricket Council, rising star Ravindra will take the place of veteran Henry Nicholls, 32, in the middle order."It was a very tough decision. Henry has been part of the squad for 56 Tests. Whenever you leave a player out, it weighs heavy, but we felt it's time for Rachin," said New Zealand head coach Gary Stead."We know th...
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ICC Awards 2023 Winners List: Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav crowned ODI and T20I Cricketer of the Year | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The ICC Awards 2023 will encompass a total of 13 categories, recognising outstanding individuals who excelled in specific formats as well as across multiple formats. The coveted Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy will be awarded for the ICC Men's Cricketer of the Year, acknowledging the overall standout performer across different formats. Additionally, the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy will be presented for the ICC Women's Cricketer of the Year, recognising excellence in women's cricket.These awards aim to celebrate and honour the remarkable achievements of cricketers who have made significant contributions to the sport in various formats and categories during the given period. The ICC Awards serve as a platform to acknowledge and appreciate the talent, skill, and dedication demonstrat...