Former New Zealand captain Tim Southee hailed Rachin Ravindra as a "gifted" batter, praising his work ethic and hunger for improvement. Ravindra's 108-run semi-final knock played a crucial role in New Zealand's Champions Trophy final qualification.

After defeating South Africa in the semi-final of the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on Wednesday, former New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson lauded opener Rachin Ravindra's exceptional performance in the match.

Kane Williamson praised Rachin Ravindra's match-winning century against South Africa in the Champions Trophy semi-final, highlighting the youngster's ability to play with both freedom and responsibility,

New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner said the 164-run stand between Rachin Ravindra and Kane Williamson set up their victory against South Africa in a high-scoring semi-final of the Champions Trophy on Wednesday.

Rachin Ravindra is like a breath of fresh air in a sport fraught with over-exposure and an increasing threat from the franchise leagues. At 25 years, the emerging star was the toast of the New Zealand camp when in the company of the silken Kane Williamson,