Delhi: Recently, New Zealand all -rounder Rachin Ravindra was injured in the first match of the ODI tri -series. Playing against Pakistan, he tried to catch the catch, but the ball hit his forehead directly. The accident occurred at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, after which he started bleeding from his forehead and he was taken out of the field. Rachin could not play in the second match due to injury.
PCB criticism
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is being criticized on Rachin’s injury. Many cricket fans have blamed the Fludlights of Gaddafi Stadium, and some said that despite the renewal of the stadium, this Champions Trophy is not fully prepared to host the 2025 matches. He demanded to shift the match citing the basic flaws of the stadium.
Salman Butt defends PCB
At the same time, former Pakistan captain Salman Butt defended PCB and blamed Rachin. Butt said that the LED lights in the stadium were perfectly fine. He said, “If the lights are not correct, the New Zealand players would not be able to hit sixes on the balls thrown at a speed of 150 km/h.” He said that Rachin may not be able to judge the ball properly and his leg slipped, causing him to hurt.
Rachin was injured in 38th over
Rachin was injured in the 38th over of Pakistan’s innings. Khushdil Shah played a shot and Rachin tried to catch the ball, but he could not catch it properly. In the end, Pakistan lost by 78 runs. The New Zealand team defeated South Africa by four wickets in the second match to make it to the finals.
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