Harshit Rana is an emerging fast bowler known for his ability to generate raw pace, sharp bounce, and effective variations. He has a strong, aggressive approach on the field, often troubling batters with his short-pitched deliveries and well-directed yorkers.
His ability to hit the deck hard makes him particularly effective in T20 cricket, especially in the powerplay and death overs. Harshit also possesses a deceptive slower ball, which adds to his unpredictability. Despite being relatively new to top-level cricket, his confidence and ability to handle pressure situations have made him a promising prospect for Indian fast bowling.
Harshit Rana marked his ODI debut for India in the first match against England on February 6, 2025, in Nagpur. Before the game, he was presented with his maiden ODI cap by veteran pacer Mohammed Shami.
The fast bowler displayed his bowling brilliance during England’s innings, grabbing two key wickets in quick succession, including Harry Brook for a duck. His impactful spell helped India gain early control by pushing England onto the back foot.
In the 10th over, Harshit Rana continued to hit the hard length, digging in another short delivery. Duckett found himself in an awkward position—neither fully forward nor completely back—but still attempted the pull shot. However, he mistimed it, sending the ball high into the air. At midwicket, Jaiswal sprinted back, timed his dive perfectly, and pulled off a stunning catch. It was a brilliant moment as the two debutants combined to give India its second wicket.
Harshit Rana capped off a remarkable double-wicket over on his ODI debut. On the last delivery, he bowled a short, angled-in delivery, forcing the batter to fend it away. However, the extra bounce caught him off guard, and he ended up gloving it down the leg side. Rahul reacted quickly, moving to his left and completing an easy catch with a well-timed leap.
If Jasprit Bumrah remains injured for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, Harshit Rana can be a crucial pick for the Indian side, providing pace, bounce, and wicket-taking ability in crucial moments.
