Chennai Super Kings signs New Zealand’s Rachin Ravindra for a substantial amount of Rs. 1.8 crore during the IPL 2024 auction in Dubai on Tuesday.
Rachin Ravindra gained significant attention during the ODI World Cup 2023 held in India, where he emerged as the fourth-highest run-scorer in the tournament. His impressive performance included scoring 578 runs in 10 innings, making him a standout player and contributing to the headlines during the competition. Chennai Super Kings’ acquisition of Ravindra reflects the franchise’s recognition of his cricketing prowess demonstrated on the global stage.
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In his 18 T20 International (T20I) appearances for New Zealand, Rachin Ravindra has amassed a total of 145 runs at an average of 13.18. His strike rate during these matches stands at 117.88, indicating his ability to score runs at a brisk pace in the shortest format of the game.