Also read: Virat Kohli associated with new CM of Tamil Nadu; Vijay gets a special gift a few days after the yatra ceremony<\/strong><\/p>\nRachin admitted that IPL is not just about playing matches, but being around top cricketers, watching how they prepare, and listening to their thoughts can teach a lot.<\/p>\n
He further added, “So in a way, it is more than just T20. To be able to sit and talk to Virat (Kohli) about batting or talk to KL Rahul – all these guys who have performed well and achieved success over time.”<\/p>\n
Rachin Ravindra thanks KKR for allowing him to return home ahead of England tour<\/h2>\n
The New Zealand star also thanked KKR for understanding his situation and allowing him to return home early to refresh himself and spend some time with his family before the tough season begins.<\/p>\n
Ravindra further explained, “I mean, KKR were very welcoming and understood the situation. I won’t be home until the end of August because of what was coming. So, to be able to say that is really amazing for them.”<\/p>\n
\u201cGo home, freshen up, do a bit of training and do what you need before you join up with the boys in Ireland.\u201d Because there was always going to be a little bit of overlap. Since I wasn’t playing it became easier. It’s a little something very refreshing. We spend a lot of time away from home.\u201d<\/p>\n
He will now be seen in action during New Zealand’s one-off Test against Ireland starting on May 27 in Belfast. After that, the Kiwis will travel to England for a high-profile three-match Test series starting at Lord’s from June 4.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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