IND vs NZ: Michael Bracewell Century: A month ago, Michael Bracewell was eagerly waiting for his name to come up on TV during IPL 2023 Auction. But it never appeared. All 10 IPL franchises snubbed him even though they splashed million on all-rounders. But Bracewell got his revenge on them on Wednesday. The Kiwi star smashed a stunning century to almost take NewZealand through in the 1st ODI against India in Hyderabad. While he was undone by a brilliant Shardul Thakur yorker, he bossed over Indian multi-millionaire bowlers, scoring 78-ball 140. His knock was laced with 12 4s and 10 huge sixes including a 95m six. Follow INDIA vs NEWZEALAND LIVE Updates With INSIDESPORT.IN.
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Bracewell, who is known for his ability to score quickly and consistently, was tasked with the huge responsibility of leading his team’s chase of 350 runs. However, as the target began to look increasingly difficult to achieve, Bracewell began to take more risks and his innings began to become more aggressive. He smashed 12 fours and 10 sixes during his innings, as he took the attack to the Indian bowlers. He scored 140 runs off just 78 deliveries. Bracewell, after hitting a great century knock, send a message for snubbing him in IPL 2023 Auction.
IND vs NZ: WATCH Michael Bracewell’s STUNNING Century in Hyderabad, Kiwi star responds to IPL 2023 Auction SNUB smashing 2nd ODI ton, Watch Video
Michael Bracewell has played 17 ODI matches. He has scored 462 runs at an average of 46.20. He has scored two centuries in the ODIs and his best score is 140 runs. Whereas, he has played 13 T20 matches and scored 90 runs. His strike rate in T20 is 183.67. He has also scored a fifty in the T20.
100! @braceyourself10 that is special. Brings up his 2nd ODI 100 in just 57 balls. His partnership with Mitchell Santner now worth over 130 runs. 43 overs gone 274/6 chasing 350 in Hyderabad. Follow play LIVE in NZ with @skysportnz. LIVE | https://t.co/S2PsDT6yGW 📷=BCCI #INDvNZ pic.twitter.com/pjjsH73D59
— BLACKCAPS (@BLACKCAPS) January 18, 2023
Bracewell’s century knock was instrumental in New Zealand’s attempt to chase down a daunting target and it is a testament to his ability to make the most of the opportunities that come his way. Unfortunately, his efforts were not enough to take his team to victory as India managed to defend their total of 350 runs. However, Bracewell’s century is sure to be remembered for a long time to come.
IND vs NZ: WATCH Michael Bracewell’s STUNNING Century in Hyderabad, Kiwi star responds to IPL 2023 Auction SNUB smashing 2nd ODI ton, Watch Video