By Rachin Ravindra of New Zealand hailed his support workers and well-wishers today for the treatment he got following a freak on-field injury, as he returned to action with a match-winning century, securing his team’s place in the Champions Trophy semifinal.
Ravindra scored 112 as New Zealand advanced to the semi-finals with a victory against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi.
As a consequence, India advanced to the final four, while Bangladesh and hosts Pakistan were eliminated from contention for a spot in the semi-finals of the International Cricket Council’s 50-over event.
Ravindra’s fourth ODI century, on his Champions Trophy debut, completed New Zealand’s pursuit of 237 with 23 balls and five wickets remaining.
Ravindra added: “I’m very grateful to have a great support crew around me in terms of Black Caps set up, coaches and doc and physio that have been able to come out of it reasonably well and I’m extremely grateful for the love and support of everyone.”
