IPL Offers Will be Seeking Rachin Ravindra After Incredible 2023 Cricket World Cup
Rachin Ravindra has come a long way since he was a young boy playing cricket on the streets of Auckland. He is now one of the most sought-after cricketers in the world and a household name in New Zealand.
Coming to the World Cup, he had only scored one half-century in his brief international career. Batting mostly as a finisher and having stronger side in bowling, Ravindra has aced his batting prowess and had an opportunity to play in the top order at World Cup 2023.
Ravindra’s incredible 2023 Cricket World Cup was the stuff of dreams. He scored 565 runs at an average of 81.20, helping New Zealand reach the semi-finals of the tournament. His performances did not go unnoticed, and he was soon linked to a move to the Indian Premier League (IPL).
According to Ian Smith, a former New Zealand cricketer and commentator, ”Ravindra’s life is about to change. He spoke to two or three head coaches in the IPL who all said that Ravindra is a hot commodity and that his performances in the World Cup have only raised his stock.”
Smith believes that Ravindra could command a price tag of well over US$2 million in the IPL auction. This would be a life-changing sum of money for Ravindra, who is still relatively young and has a long career ahead of him.
Many Ex Cricketers Called Rachin Ravindra Youngster of the Tournament
Smith, fairly impressed with Ravindra’s standout performance said, ”By the time he’d finished in the tournament. He got a big ovation when he walk out the bat. Wherever he was. He just became very very popular within the New Zealand group and he performed as well.”
Ravindra’s popularity extends beyond financial gains. His humble demeanor and impressive performances have endeared him to fans and fellow players alike.
His ability to score runs against both powerhouses and smaller nations has earned him widespread respect. His first century of the World Cup came against England and he didn’t look back.
Ravindra’s journey from a young Kiwi boy to a cricket sensation is nothing short of a remarkable story. His World Cup exploits have not only cemented his place in New Zealand cricket but have also opened doors to a lucrative future in the IPL.
As Ravindra embarks on this new chapter, his meteoric rise is a testament to the power of dreams and the unwavering pursuit of excellence. Ravindra is a talented cricketer with a bright future ahead of him. He is sure to continue to make headlines in the years to come.
