ICC World Cup 2023: Twitter Erupts as Rachin Ravindra Breaks Sachin’s Record With a Century

New Zealand’s batter Rachin Ravindra showed his outstanding performance with the bat in the 35th match of the WC at M Chinnaswamy Stadium. The match was held between Pakistan and New Zealand. Ravindra’s performance not only helped the NZ victory against PAK but also helped him to beat the legendary Sachin Tendulkar’s unique World Cup record.

Rachin Ravindra’s Record-Breaking Performance

Ravindra scored a brilliant century, which marked his third century in the ongoing World Cup. That made him achieve an exceptional record before turning 25, thereby legendary Sachin Tendulkar’s previous record for the most WC hundreds at a young age. The candidates who scored most WC hundreds before turning 25 are here:

• Rachin Ravindra: 3 centuries (at 23 years and 351 days)
• Sachin Tendulkar: 2 centuries (at 22 years and 313 days)

ICC Men’s Cricket Tournament 2023: Rachin Ravindra Breaches Sachin Tendulkar’s World Cup Record

Rachin Ravindra’s Historic Milestone

Rachin Ravindra is the first youngest batsman of New Zealand to secure three hundred in a single World Cup, thus he is a rising star in international cricket. In addition to this achievement, Ravindra also crossed the milestone of 500 runs in the tournament.

During the 34th over the match, Ravindra reached his century. As the crowd erupted in cheers, Ravindra removed his helmet and raised his arms in celebration. Later, his captain also joined to congratulate him with a hug.
Other players who scored the most hundreds in a single World Cup edition for New Zealand are here:

• Rachin Ravindra: 3 centuries in 2023
• Glenn Turner: 2 centuries in 1975
• Martin Guptill: 2 centuries in 2015
• Kane Williamson: 2 centuries in 2019

How Twitter Reacted For Rachin Ravindra’s Achievement?

Here is how cricket fans reacted to Ravindra’s phenomenal century.

Rachin Ravindra — The find of the #CWC23

No youngster has impressed as much as he has 👏👏

— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) November 4, 2023

Historic.

Rachin Ravindra is the first batter to score 3 hundreds on a debut World Cup in 48 year old history. pic.twitter.com/g6NLcPeKHt

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) November 4, 2023

Such lovely shots from Rachin Ravindra🤌🏾 Looks in ominous touch 🔥🔥#CWC23 #NZVPAK

— Robin Aiyuda Uthappa (@robbieuthappa) November 4, 2023

Rachin Ravindra in 2019 – watched the New Zealand Vs England WC Final in Bengaluru.

Rachin Ravindra in 2023 – scored his 3rd World Cup at the very same Bengaluru city. pic.twitter.com/WVskUaMNtK

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) November 4, 2023

It took just 1 world cup for Rachin Ravindra to show how he is better than Gill , Brook , Green and other youngsters.🔥 pic.twitter.com/l5EXwzNNxA

— Kohlified. (@123perthclassic) November 4, 2023

Rachin Ravindra continues his brilliant #CWC23 with another century 👏@Mastercardindia Milestones 🏏#NZvPAK pic.twitter.com/u1PK5bOVTj

— ICC (@ICC) November 4, 2023

Rachin Ravindra — what a talent! pic.twitter.com/iuJ1HRzzmy

— Trendulkar (@Trendulkar) November 4, 2023

Most hundreds for New Zealand in a men’s World Cup:

3 – Rachin Ravindra in 2023
2 – Glenn Turner in 1975
2 – Martin Guptill in 2015
2 – Kane Williamson in 2019#CWC2023 #NZvPAK pic.twitter.com/xnGdjyZKKg

— Kausthub Gudipati (@kaustats) November 4, 2023

Emerging player of the #ICCMensCricketWorldCup2023 Rachin Ravindra and then daylight. The foundation has been set for a real superstar in the making. First player to score three centuries in his debut CWC. pic.twitter.com/g4jD9Y7kYq

— Ian Raphael Bishop (@irbishi) November 4, 2023