ICC World Cup 2023: Rachin Ravindra becomes first New Zealand batter to score three hundreds in the tournament

New Zealand's young opening batsman Rachin Ravindra created history during the 35th match of the ongoing ICC World Cup 2023. Rachin Ravindra became the first batsman to score a triple century on his debut World Cup in 13 editions of the ODI tournament. Rachin Ravindra on Saturday, November 4, Bengaluru's M. Scored his third century in the ongoing ODI World Cup 2023 against Pakistan at the Chinnaswamy Stadium. The left-handed batsman scored 108 runs off 94 balls with 15 boundaries and a six.

Rachin Ravindra became the first batsman to score three centuries in debut season
The 23-year-old opened the innings with Devon Conway to win the match. Ravindra showed intent from the start and reached his half-century in 51 balls. He shared 180 runs for the second wicket with skipper Kane Williamson.

Rachin Ravindra brought up his century in the 34th over with a controlled pull shot over Mohammad Wasim Jr's fine leg. He celebrated the milestone by removing his helmet and raising his hands. Williamson, who was on the other end, showed appreciation with a hug.

Most centuries for New Zealand in a World Cup

3 - Rachin Ravindra in 2023*
2 - Glenn Turner in 1975
2 - Martin Guptill in 2015
2 – Kane Williamson in 2019
Most World Cup hundreds before turning 25

3 – Rachin Ravindra (23 years, 351 days)
2 – Sachin Tendulkar (22 years, 313 days)
Ravindra made a brilliant debut in the ODI World Cup, scoring 123 off 96 balls against England. He scored 116 runs in just 89 balls against arch rivals Australia. He scored 523 runs at an excellent average of 74.71 and a strike rate of 107.39.