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Rachin Ravindra's stellar performance and reflections on his Indian roots after New Zealand's match against Australia in the Cricket World Cup 2023.

New Zealand batter Rachin Ravindra in action vs Australia in the World Cup.

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'I'm 100% Kiwi but...': New Zealand's World Cup hero Rachin Ravindra opens up on his Indian heritage

Australia's strategic change for the match against New Zealand involved bringing in Travis Head in place of Cameron Green. Head played a pivotal role, notching up a fantastic century.

Pat Cummins of Australia celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of Matt Henry of New Zealand (not pictured) during the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup India 2023 Group Stage Match between Australia and New Zealand at HPCA Stadium on October 28,

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'They're really starting to take shape': Aaron Finch fires warning to other teams after Australia's resurgence

Despite concerns raised by Afghanistan coach Jonathan Trott and England captain Jos Buttler about the outfield Dharamsala, Pat Cummins was pleased with his teammates' commitment in the field.

Australia defeated New Zealand by five runs.

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'Not the easiest fielding grounds': Pat Cummins switches focus to Dharamsala outfield after win over New Zealand

Rachin Ravindra notched his second hundred in the ongoing World Cup 2023, however his efforts went in vain as New Zealand lost the match against Australia by five runs.

Rachin Ravindra of New Zealand bats during the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup India 2023 Group Stage Match between Australia and New Zealand at HPCA Stadium on October 28, 2023 in Dharamsala, India. 

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AUS vs NZ: Rachin Ravindra emulates Sachin Tendulkar's robust record after magnificent ton in New Zealand's losing cause

After Rachin Ravindra's dismissal, James Neesham, who was included in the playing XI for this match, played an outstanding knock under tremendous pressure.

Jimmy Neesham of New Zealand is run out by Wicketkeeper Marnus Labuschagne of Australia during the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup India 2023 Group Stage Match between Australia and New Zealand at HPCA Stadium on October 28, 2023 in Dharamsala, India. 

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Australia beat New Zealand in nerve-jangling 'match of the tournament' by 5 runs; Head's century overshadows Ravindra's ton and Neesham's herculean effort

The dominant partnership between Australia's opening pair, David Warner and Travis Head, played a pivotal role in the team reaching the milestone.

Australia's Travis Head (L) and David Warner run between the wickets during the 2023 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup one-day international (ODI) match between Australia and New Zealand.

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ODI World Cup: Australia achieve historic feat with three consecutive 350-plus totals in ODIs

Australia achieves their highest ODI World Cup score against New Zealand, with Warner and Head leading the charge. Boult and Phillips shine for the Kiwis with the ball.

Travis Head and David Warner in action for Australia against New Zealand.

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AUS vs NZ: David Warner, Travis Head and tail-enders, help Australia create World Cup history vs New Zealand

Pakistan's coach, Mickey Arthur, discusses the team's performance in the World Cup and urges the PCB to avoid undue criticism after their recent loss to South Africa.

Pakistan skipper Babar Azam in discussion with head coach Mickey Arthur.

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'They're going to be blaming everybody...': Mickey Arthur urges PCB to end 'witch-hunt' after poor Pakistan lose another game

David Warner surpasses Virat Kohli in ODI World Cup run-scorers list during a match against New Zealand, with Travis Head making a record-breaking debut.

Australian opener David Warner hits a shit during their World Cup clash. (Getty images)

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AUS vs NZ: David Warner moves above Virat Kohli on special World Cup list despite missing out in third straight century

Travis Head joins an elite group by scoring a century in his World Cup debut, marking a significant achievement for Australia in the 2023 edition.

Travis Head celebrates his century against New Zealand in the World Cup 2023.

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AUS vs NZ: Injury returnee Travis Head turns up the heat in Dharamsala with 59-ball ton as New Zealand bowlers left stunned

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Australia vs New Zealand Match Stats

Match 27, Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala

'I'm 100% Kiwi but...': New Zealand's World Cup hero Rachin Ravindra opens up on his Indian heritage

Match Details

ICC Cricket World Cup, 2023

Sat 28 October, 10:30:00 IST

New Zealand, who chose to field

Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

Australia in New Zealand, 2 Test Series, 2024 On Mar 08

NZ
162 (45.2 ov) & 372 (108.2 ov)

AUS
256 (68.0 ov) & 281/7 (65.0 ov)

Australia beat New Zealand by 3 wickets

Australia in New Zealand, 2 Test Series, 2024 On Feb 29

NZ
179 (43.1 ov) & 196 (64.4 ov)

AUS
383 (115.1 ov) & 164 (51.1 ov)

Australia beat New Zealand by 172 runs

Australia in New Zealand, 3 T20I Series, 2024 On Feb 25

NZ
98/3 (10.0 ov)

AUS
118/4 (10.4 ov)

Australia beat New Zealand by 27 runs (DLS method)

Umpires

Umpire
Marais Erasmus (SA), Sharfuddoula (BAN) and Nitin Menon (IND)

Referee
Andy Pycroft (ZIM)

News updates

'I'm 100% Kiwi but...': New Zealand's World Cup hero Rachin Ravindra opens up on his Indian heritage

'They're really starting to take shape': Aaron Finch fires warning to other teams after Australia's resurgence

'Not the easiest fielding grounds': Pat Cummins switches focus to Dharamsala outfield after win over New Zealand

AUS vs NZ: Rachin Ravindra emulates Sachin Tendulkar's robust record after magnificent ton in New Zealand's losing cause

Australia beat New Zealand in nerve-jangling 'match of the tournament' by 5 runs; Head's century overshadows Ravindra's ton and Neesham's herculean effort

ODI World Cup: Australia achieve historic feat with three consecutive 350-plus totals in ODIs

AUS vs NZ: David Warner, Travis Head and tail-enders, help Australia create World Cup history vs New Zealand

'They're going to be blaming everybody...': Mickey Arthur urges PCB to end 'witch-hunt' after poor Pakistan lose another game

AUS vs NZ: David Warner moves above Virat Kohli on special World Cup list despite missing out in third straight century

AUS vs NZ: Injury returnee Travis Head turns up the heat in Dharamsala with 59-ball ton as New Zealand bowlers left stunned

Australia vs New Zealand Match Stats

Match 27, Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala

'I'm 100% Kiwi but...': New Zealand's World Cup hero Rachin Ravindra opens up on his Indian heritage

Match Details

ICC Cricket World Cup, 2023

Sat 28 October, 10:30:00 IST

New Zealand, who chose to field

Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

Australia in New Zealand, 2 Test Series, 2024 On Mar 08

NZ162 (45.2 ov) & 372 (108.2 ov)

AUS256 (68.0 ov) & 281/7 (65.0 ov)

Australia beat New Zealand by 3 wickets

Australia in New Zealand, 2 Test Series, 2024 On Feb 29

NZ179 (43.1 ov) & 196 (64.4 ov)

AUS383 (115.1 ov) & 164 (51.1 ov)

Australia beat New Zealand by 172 runs

Australia in New Zealand, 3 T20I Series, 2024 On Feb 25

NZ98/3 (10.0 ov)

AUS118/4 (10.4 ov)

Australia beat New Zealand by 27 runs (DLS method)

Umpires

UmpireMarais Erasmus (SA), Sharfuddoula (BAN) and Nitin Menon (IND)

RefereeAndy Pycroft (ZIM)

News updates

'I'm 100% Kiwi but...': New Zealand's World Cup hero Rachin Ravindra opens up on his Indian heritage

'They're really starting to take shape': Aaron Finch fires warning to other teams after Australia's resurgence

'Not the easiest fielding grounds': Pat Cummins switches focus to Dharamsala outfield after win over New Zealand

AUS vs NZ: Rachin Ravindra emulates Sachin Tendulkar's robust record after magnificent ton in New Zealand's losing cause

Australia beat New Zealand in nerve-jangling 'match of the tournament' by 5 runs; Head's century overshadows Ravindra's ton and Neesham's herculean effort

ODI World Cup: Australia achieve historic feat with three consecutive 350-plus totals in ODIs

AUS vs NZ: David Warner, Travis Head and tail-enders, help Australia create World Cup history vs New Zealand

'They're going to be blaming everybody...': Mickey Arthur urges PCB to end 'witch-hunt' after poor Pakistan lose another game

AUS vs NZ: David Warner moves above Virat Kohli on special World Cup list despite missing out in third straight century

AUS vs NZ: Injury returnee Travis Head turns up the heat in Dharamsala with 59-ball ton as New Zealand bowlers left stunned

NZ
162 (45.2 ov) & 372 (108.2 ov)

AUS
256 (68.0 ov) & 281/7 (65.0 ov)

NZ
179 (43.1 ov) & 196 (64.4 ov)

AUS
383 (115.1 ov) & 164 (51.1 ov)

NZ
98/3 (10.0 ov)

AUS
118/4 (10.4 ov)

Umpire
Marais Erasmus (SA), Sharfuddoula (BAN) and Nitin Menon (IND)

Referee
Andy Pycroft (ZIM)