ICC POTM- Rachin Ravindra Outshines Bumrah And De Kock To Win The Award

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Rachin Ravindra In Men’s And Hayley Mathews Won In Women’s Category

Rachin Ravindra,The New Zealand all-rounder has been announced as the best player for the month of October among Men by The ICC, Hayley Mathews from West Indies securing the award among women.

Ravindra’s outstanding performance in the World Cup 2023 played a crucial role in him defeating competitors Jasprit Bumrah and Quinton de Kock for the accolade. As of November 9, Ravindra leads in terms of scoring the most runs in the current tournament, amassing 565 runs in nine group stage matches.

Rachin Ravindra Praised Batting Conditions In India

Expressing his gratitude for winning the award, Ravindra stated, “I am very grateful to win this award. It has been a special month personally and for the team.” He highlighted the incredible experience of playing the World Cup in India and credited the team’s support for his success. Ravindra emphasized his approach of playing with freedom and adhering to his natural game, acknowledging the favorable batting conditions during the tournament.

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Ravindra In Great Form For Kiwis In World Cup 2023

In the World Cup 2023, Ravindra’s notable achievements included scoring a century in the opening match against defending champions England. This innings of 123 not out established him as the youngest New Zealand player to achieve a century in an ODI World Cup and the fourth Kiwi to score a century on his World Cup debut. His century against Australia, scoring 116 runs from 89 balls, and against Pakistan, with 108 runs off 94 balls, showcased his consistent excellence.

Ravindra’s performance extends beyond batting, as he has made significant contributions with the ball. In a match against Sri Lanka, he played a vital role in New Zealand’s strong bowling performance, taking two wickets.

Hayley Mathews Won best Women’s Cricketer Of The Month

Hayley Mathews

In the women’s category, 25-year-old Hayley Mathews secured the award by scoring 99*, 132, and 79 during the T20 series of West Indies’ tour of Australia. She also earned the Player of the Series title. Mathews played a crucial role in West Indies’ victory in the second match of the T20 series, taking three wickets for 36 runs. In the ODI series, she contributed with scores of 20 and 23.

Expressing her gratitude, Mathews said, “I am very grateful to be awarded the ICC Women’s Player of the Month for October.” She highlighted the pride of wearing the West Indies jersey and the joy of bringing smiles to the faces of people back home in the Caribbean through her performances in Australia. Mathews emphasized the significance of cricket to the people of the Caribbean and how it brings happiness to them.

New Zealand’s Way To Semi-finals

New Zealand secured a five-wicket victory against Sri Lanka in the 41st match of the ODI World Cup 2023 , keeping their hopes alive for the semi-finals . However, this win has intensified the challenges for Pakistan.

They must deliver a remarkable performance in the upcoming match against England on Saturday (11 November). New Zealand’s triumph not only dashed Pakistan’s hopes but also those of Afghanistan.

If both Pakistan and Afghanistan are eliminated from the World Cup, the first-placed Indian team will face New Zealand in the semi-finals. This clash is scheduled for November 15 at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

Simultaneously, the second semi-final will take place between Australia and South Africa at Eden Gardens, Kolkata on November 16. The final showdown is set for November 19 at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. What scenarios does Pakistan face?

If the Pakistan team bats first against England, they need to win the match by a margin of 287 runs. Conversely, if Pakistan bats in the second innings, they must achieve any target set by England within 16 balls.
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