Twitter Reactions: Rachin Ravindra slams maiden double-century on Test comeback

Rachin Ravindra made his return to Test cricket after a two-year hiatus during the first Test between New Zealand and South Africa at the Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui.

The talented youngster, who came of age during the ODI World Cup 2023, scored a magnificent century on Day 1, going past his previous best score of 18 not out from six innings. On Day 2, Ravindra continued from where he left off and added another 122 runs to his overnight score before eventually being dismissed for 240. He faced 366 deliveries for his knock and hit 26 fours and three sixes.

This turns out to be the highest score for any Test batter at the Bay Oval and also the highest maiden double-century score by a New Zealander. He got to his double-century score when he took a single off the bowling of Proteas captain Neil Brand. Ravindra joined just three other New Zealanders in history - Martin Donnelly, Mathew Sinclair and Devon Conway - to convert a maiden Test ton into a double ton.

On the back of Ravindra's 240, New Zealand finished on a mammoth 511 in their first innings after batting 144 overs. Apart from Ravindra, Kiwi skipper Kane Williamson was also impressive with the bat. He scored a sedate 118 off 289, hitting 16 fours. Ravindra formed an epic 232-run partnership for the third wicket alongside Williamson. Apart from the veteran's dismissal, the southpaw added 103 runs with Daryl Mitchell and 82 runs with Glenn Phillips.

Ravindra's marathon innings finally came to an end when he was bowled by Brand. The 24-year-old would now be looking to contribute with the ball as well. He has three Test wickets to his name thus far. The hosts have three spin-bowling options - Mitchell Santner, Phillips, and Ravindra. The second-string South African side will have their tasks cut out after conceding a huge score in the first innings.

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