AHMEDABAD, India, Oct 5, 2023 (BSS/AFP) - Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindrasmashed centuries to power New Zealand to a crushing nine-wicket win overdefending champions England in the opening match of the World Cup on Thursday. "Sometimes it's unbelievable at times, but great to have a great day out,"said Ravindra. New Zealand, led by Tom Latham in the absence of regular skipper KaneWilliamson, kept England down to a below-par total despite Joe Root's 77. Ravindra and Conway made short work of the target as they smashed theopposition bowlers all around the ground after losing Will Young early toleft-arm quick Sam Curran. Conway surpassed his previous best of 138 as he and Ravindra pummelled thebowlers for an emphatic win which also provided an early boost to their netrun-rate.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha October 05, 2023 16:16 UTC