The majority of social media users blamed Rachin Ravindra’s injury on poor floodlights.
Ravindra, a New Zealand hitter, was rushed off the field after being struck in the forehead by a ball while attempting a catch in the 38th over of their ODI tri-series against Pakistan. The poor quality of floodlights at the Gaddafi Stadium is being blamed for Ravindra’s frightening injury, which could prevent him from participating in the event. “Ravindra sustained a laceration to the forehead, which was addressed and treated on the ground, but he is otherwise healthy. He passed his first HIA and will continue to be monitored under HIA procedures, according to a statement issued by New Zealand Cricket on Saturday.
Khushdil Shah blasted a drive towards Rachin Ravindra at deep backward square leg in the 38th over of the game, causing the incident. Ravindra positioned himself to make the catch as the ball was moving quickly. Regretfully, the ball slammed in his face and he lost sight of it in the lights. As soon as the blood ran from his face, Ravindra collapsed.
The New Zealand team’s medical staff removed Ravindra from the field and then transported him for more care.In the first game of the tri-series, Pakistan was bowled out for 252 in 47.5 overs, losing by 78 runs. After New Zealand’s outstanding middle-order batting, which included Glenn Phillips’ 74-ball undefeated 106, former captain Kane Williamson’s 58, and Daryl Mitchell’s 81, the Black Caps reached 330/6 in 50 overs, leaving them chasing a formidable goal.
Before being caught and bowled by Abrar Ahmed, Ravindra had previously scored a 25 off of 19 balls.
However, his injury during the second half of the game caused the supporters to lash out at the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for the subpar floodlights, which were reportedly set up in a hurry to prepare the grounds for the Champions Trophy.
“PCB ought to enhance the ground’s lighting quality. Rachin Ravindra suffers a vicious blow close to the eye after misjudging the ball in poor lighting. “I hope he gets better soon,” a fan posted on X, which was formerly Twitter.
“PCB ought to enhance the ground’s lighting quality. Rachin Ravindra suffers a vicious blow close to the eye after misjudging the ball in poor lighting. Another fan wrote in his post, “I hope he gets better soon.”
The majority of the supporters attributed Ravindra’s injury to the subpar floodlights. “Rachin Ravindra can’t see the ball when he’s catching, despite being a lot superior fielder than the entire Pakistani team? Another fan commented, “Gaddafi Stadium’s lights are bad.”For permitting the PCB to host an international match with such subpar floodlights, another fan criticized the ICC. “How did @ICC approve the hosting of international matches at Pakistan’s stadium? If Pakistan is unable to send the CHAMPIONS TROPHY to Dubai, the ICC should guarantee the players’ safety. Another fan added, “Prayers for Rachin Ravindra.”
