Rachin Ravindra delivered yet another century on the big stage, scoring a brilliant 108 off 101 balls against South Africa in the second semi-final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. His innings, laced with 13 fours and a six, played a crucial role in New Zealand’s strong start, taking them to 215/2 in 34.3 overs.
Rabada dismisses Ravindra, ending a brilliant innings
Ravindra’s innings ended at 212/2 in 33.3 overs when Kagiso Rabada got the much-needed breakthrough. Rabada delivered a full, wide off-cutter, and Ravindra, attempting a drive, edged it to Heinrich Klaasen at slip. The South African pacer celebrated with a fist pump, marking a crucial moment in the game.
Dismissal: Ravindra c Klaasen b Rabada 108(101) [4s-13 6s-1]
Fastest to five ODI centuries for New Zealand
With this century, Rachin Ravindra became the second-fastest New Zealander to reach five ODI hundreds, taking only 28 innings, second only to Devon Conway (22 innings).
Fewest innings to five ODI hundreds for New Zealand:
- 22 – Devon Conway
- 28 – Rachin Ravindra
- 30 – Daryl Mitchell
- 56 – Kane Williamson
- 64 – Nathan Astle
At 25 years and 107 days, Ravindra is now also the second-youngest New Zealand batter to reach five ODI centuries, just behind Kane Williamson (24 years, 165 days).
Match Situation
- New Zealand: 215/2 (34.3 overs)
- Kane Williamson: 81* (79)
- Daryl Mitchell: 2* (4)
- Bowling: Kagiso Rabada 1/38 (6), Keshav Maharaj 0/52 (7.3)
- Last Wicket: Rachin Ravindra c Klaasen b Rabada 108(101)
- Last 5 overs: 35 runs, 1 wicket
- Toss: New Zealand opted to bat
With New Zealand in a strong position, they will look to build a formidable total in this crucial semi-final clash.
