1 month ago

Chance for wicket-taker Rana to prove his worth at Champions Trophy

In theory, Harshit Rana is Jasprit Bumrah’s replacement in India’s squad for the Champions Trophy. When the ball gets older, the back-of-length delivery is useful,” former India and Delhi pacer Amit Bhandari, who has trained Rana for the past two years, told The Hindu. But with the shorter ball, the scoring options are limited.” In Rana’s armoury, there is also a deceptive slower ball that he will hope to put to shrewd use during the Champions Trophy. The ability to bowl longer spells is also affected by travel routine, weather and other things,” said Delhi’s strength and conditioning coach Snjeeb Chaudhary.

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1 week, 6 days ago

India report card for Champions Trophy 2025: Here’s how each Indian player performed

The Hindu

India claimed its third ICC Champions Trophy title on Sunday with a four-wicket win over New Zealand at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. India’s Axar Patel and Shreyas Iyer batting during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final. Varun Chakaravarthy Varun Chakaravarthy was brought in to the Indian side in the group stage match against New Zealand to bolster India’s spin …

3 weeks ago

Varun Chakravarthy has got something different, he has given us good headache: Rohit Sharma

Firstpost

Reflecting on India’s win over New Zealand in Champions Trophy, captain Rohit Sharma praised Varun Chakravarthy and Shreyas Iyer. Playing his first match in Champions Trophy, Varun Chakravarthy took five wickets as India defeated New Zealand. India had confidence to defend low score: Rohit Reacting to their sixth consecutive ODI win, Rohit said India always had the confidence of defending …

3 weeks ago

Varun Chakaravarthy reveals Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's role in maiden ODI fifer: 'Felt nervous, they told me...'

Hindustan Times

Varun Chakaravarthy stole the show in just his second ODI as he returned with a five-wicket haul in the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 Group A match against New Zealand at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday. Varun Chakaravarthy returned with five wickets as India defeated New Zealand by 44 runs. As a result of this spell, India defeated New …

3 weeks, 6 days ago

WPL 2025: Sneh Rana defends Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s batting decisions in Super Over vs UP Warriorz

The Hindu

India international Sneh Rana defended Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s batting strategy after her side was beaten by UP Warriorz by virtue of a Super Over, the first-ever in Women’s Premier League history, on Monday at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. After Sophie Ecclestone’s heroic batting in the death overs took the match to a Super Over, Kim Garth’s miserly bowling …

3 weeks, 6 days ago

NZ keen to book semifinal spot against Bangladesh

The Hindu

New Zealand and Bangladesh go into Monday’s Champions Trophy fixture with contrasting fortunes. With the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium likely to aid the batters, with a bit of help for fast bowlers early on, New Zealand will bank on Tom Latham and Will Young, who scored centuries in the campaign starter against Pakistan to get going, while there’s no clarity over …

1 month ago

Harshit Rana credits Jasprit Bumrah: Benefited a lot from working with Bumrah, picked consistency from him

The Hindu

Indian pacer Harshit Rana, who has swiftly made his mark with international debuts across all three formats within a short span, credited seasoned speedster Jasprit Bumrah for shaping his consistency and adaptability at the highest level. He always guided me on how to bowl in which format," Mr. Rana told reporters after India's six-wicket win over Bangladesh in the Champions …

1 month ago

Gambhir accused of 'favouritism', shown no mercy after picking Harshit Rana over Arshdeep by fans: 'Politics won again'

Hindustan Times

The Indian team retained the same bowling combination as the recently concluded ODI series against England—three spinners and three fast bowlers—for the Champions Trophy opener against Bangladesh on Thursday. However, India's second specialist pacer was Harshit Rana rather than Arshdeep Singh, which left fans on social media angry. India's Harshit Rana celebrates after taking the wicket of Bangladesh's captain Najmul …

1 month ago

WATCH: Shami marks ICC event return with wicket in first over; Harshit Rana strikes in second over vs Bangladesh

Firstpost

Mohammed Shami made an immediate impact on his return to an ICC event, striking in his very first over to give India an early breakthrough against Bangladesh in the Champions Trophy 2025 match. The fun was doubled for India as Harshit Rana struck in the very next over to dismiss Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto for another duck. pic.twitter.com/TlaawDuIwh — …

1 month ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Arshdeep, Varun miss out for India as Bangladesh opt to bat in Dubai

Firstpost

Team India decided to stick with Harshit Rana in the playing XI while Mohammed Shami and Ravindra Jadeja returned to the playing XI after sitting out of the third ODI against England in Ahmedabad. Left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh has been benched for India's opening game of the ICC Champions Trophy along with Varun Chakravarthy, Rishabh Pant and Washington Sundar. AP …

1 month ago

Harshit Rana over Arshdeep Singh? Fans slam selection for Champions Trophy opener

India Today

India's selection calls continued to baffle fans and pundits as the playing XI picked for their first match of Champions Trophy 2025 helped raise eyebrows. India picked Harshit Rana over Arshdeep Singh and did not go for Varun Chakravarthy after adding the mystery spinner late to the squad for their Group A match against Bangladesh in Dubai on Thursday, February …

1 month ago

Arshdeep Singh beats Harshit Rana to take Jasprit Bumrah's place in Champions Trophy for Ricky Ponting

Hindustan Times

Among the biggest talking points around India going into the start of the 2025 Champions Trophy is who they would field alongside Mohammed Shami in the fast bowling department now that Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out. While Harshit Rana had been announced as Bumrah's replacement in the squad, Australia great Ricky Ponting has said that Arshdeep Singh should be …

1 month ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Shikhar Dhawan expresses concern over Jasprit Bumrah's absence but gives India the edge

Firstpost

Shikhar Dhawan shared insights on India’s chances in the Champions Trophy 2025, expressing confidence in the team despite the absence of Jasprit Bumrah. As India gear up for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025, former opener Shikhar Dhawan has shared his insights on the team’s prospects. Dhawan on India’s chances at Champions Trophy 2025 While expressing confidence in India’s overall …

1 month ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Shikhar Dhawan expresses concern over Jasprit Bumrah's absence but gives India the edge

Firstpost

Shikhar Dhawan shared insights on India’s chances in the Champions Trophy 2025, expressing confidence in the team despite the absence of Jasprit Bumrah. Image: Reuters As India gear up for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025, former opener Shikhar Dhawan has shared his insights on the team’s prospects. Dhawan on India’s chances at Champions Trophy 2025 While expressing confidence in …

1 month ago

Arshdeep Singh over Harshit Rana to replace Jasprit Bumrah: Ricky Ponting

India Today

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting believes that India seamer Arshdeep Singh is the best choice to replace the injured Jasprit Bumrah in the playing XI for the upcoming Champions Trophy. While India named Harshit Rana as Bumrah’s replacement in the squad, Ponting feels Arshdeep is better suited to lead the attack in Bumrah’s absence. Champions Trophy 2025: Full coverage India …

1 month ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Strengths, Weaknesses & X-Factors – Bangladesh Full Preview

The Hindu

Bangladesh’s squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 can best be described as a team of accumulators, lacking significant firepower. New Zealand lost there despite scoring 336, so we need top-order batters in form.” However, a closer look at the recent Bangladesh Premier League suggests that Ashraf’s concerns remain valid. The bowling unit will rely on familiar names — Mustafizur …

1 month, 1 week ago

Jasprit Bumrah's absence gives Bangladesh a chance against India: Imrul Kayes

India Today

Veteran batter Imrul Kayes said that Bangladesh have a good chance of beating India in the Champions Trophy with Jasprit Bumrah not being there in the opposition. His absence gives Bangladesh a chance to capitalise," Kayes told PTI Videos. ‘Bangladesh are struggling’ Kayes, who has played 39 Tests, 78 ODIs and 14 T20Is, also talked about Shakib Al Hasan’s absence …

Sneh Rana joins RCB as injury replacement for Shreyanka Patil

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1 month, 1 week ago

Sneh Rana joins RCB as injury replacement for Shreyanka Patil

The Hindu

Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Saturday drafted in Sneh Rana as replacement for injured Shreyanka Patil for the remainder of the Women's Premier League 2025. Shreyanka, who has played 15 matches for RCB and has scalped 19 wickets with her off-spin, is ruled out of the third edition of tournament due to an unspecified injury. Shreyanka had also missed the white …

1 month, 1 week ago

Former England cricketer rues 'best bowler' Jasprit Bumrah's absence in Champions Trophy

India Today

Former England cricketer David Lloyd said that he’s going to miss fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Bumrah’s absence will haunt India big time in the upcoming event as apart from him, they only have Mohammed Shami as an experienced fast bowler, who also recently made his comeback to international cricket after a long injury …

1 month, 1 week ago

IND vs ENG: Parthiv Patel explains why Harshit Rana is more effective with old ball

India Today

Former wicketkeeper Parthiv Patel said that Harshit Rana is more effective with the old ball than bowling with the new ball. ‘Replacing Bumrah won’t be easy’ In the first ODI in Nagpur where he made his debut, Rana was taken for 26 runs in one of his overs by Phil Salt. Parthiv said that if Rana goes for runs early …

1 month, 1 week ago

Jasprit Bumrah Ruled Out Of ICC Champions Trophy 2025! Star Pacer's Replacement Announced

ABP News

Indian bowling superstar Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy due to injury. The apex board for cricket in India also confirmed Varun Chakravarthy's inclusion in the squad, replacing the in-form Yashasvi Jaiswal, who had recently made his much-awaited ODI debut in Nagpur against England. Official Statement Of BCCI "Fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled …

1 month, 1 week ago

Harshit Rana ready to give his best in Champions Trophy after earning Gambhir's trust

India Today

India fast bowler Harshit Rana has said that it feels like a dream come true after earning his spot in the squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Rana also revealed that head coach Gautam Gambhir had told him long back that he would be in contention to replace Jasprit Bumrah if the latter fails to get fit in time. …

1 month, 1 week ago

Jasprit Bumrah ruled out of Champions Trophy 2025, Harshit Rana named replacement; Varun Chakaravarthy added too

Live Mint

Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 due to a lower back injury, the BCCI announced on Tuesday. Harshit Rana, who made his ODI debut in the ongoing series against England, has been named as replacement for Jasprit Bumrah. Meanwhile, Varun Chakaravarthy, who was added to the India squad for the ODI series against England, …

1 month, 1 week ago

Jasprit Bumrah ruled out of ICC Champions Trophy 2025; Harshit Rana named as replacement

The Hindu

Jasprit Bumrah, India’s premier fast bowler, has been officially ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 due to a lower back injury. Bumrah, despite being named in the provisional squad, failed to make the cut, leading to the BCCI announcing Harshit Rana as Bumrah’s replacement. Earlier, Bumrah was named in India’s 15-member squad for the Champions Trophy despite concerns …

1 month, 1 week ago

Not Harshit Rana! Ex-India cricketer Atul Wassan picks 30-year-old as his replacement if Bumrah misses Champions Trophy – India TV

India TV News

It's less than 48 hours before the deadline ends for the final squad announcement for the Champions Trophy and India are sweating over the fitness of their premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah. Former India cricketer Atul Wassan felt that India would do well if Bumrah and Mohammed Shami were available and fit and bowling together. If there's no Bumrah, we have …

Bumrah out, Rana in for Champions Trophy; Varun replaces Jaiswal

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1 month, 1 week ago

Bumrah out, Rana in for Champions Trophy; Varun replaces Jaiswal

New Indian Express

CHENNAI: The most anticipated news, and perhaps even an expected one at some level, was confirmed by the BCCI on Tuesday night as Jasprit Bumrah was ruled out of the upcoming Champions Trophy that is set to be played in Pakistan and Dubai from February 19 till March 9. "Fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the 2025 …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Dimaag kidhar hai tera? : Rohit Sharma fumes at Harshit Rana for giving overthrows

India Today

India captain Rohit Sharma was seen fuming at fast bowler Harshit Rana for giving overthrows during the second ODI against England on Sunday, February 9 at Barabati Stadium, Cuttack. However, the fast bowler still tried to hit the stumps, but the ball went way too wide of the wicketkeeper KL Rahul and ran away for a boundary, giving four runs …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Harshit Rana shuts down concussion-sub controversy once and for all, issues definitive 'I'm not bothered' response

Hindustan Times

India’s newest pace sensation, Harshit Rana, made an emphatic statement on his ODI debut against England, bagging a three-wicket haul and playing a key role in India’s four-wicket win on Thursday. India's Harshit Rana and Ravindra Jadeja celebrate a wicket during the 1st ODI against England However, the 23-year-old was recently embroiled in a controversy surrounding a concussion-sub. After India's …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Harshit Rana's plan for maiden ODI wicket, death over duty: Ready for all roles

India Today

India’s young pacer Harshit Rana made an impressive impact in his ODI debut against England in Nagpur, revealing how he strategically planned his bowling variations to claim his maiden international wicket. Initially, I was trying to set him up by bowling full deliveries, and then I bowled a well-executed short ball, which got me the reward," Harshit said in the …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Harshit Rana registers rare feat during IND vs ENG 1st ODI, becomes only Indian to take same number of wickets on debuts

Live Mint

The last few months has been a dream come true for Harshit Rana after the Delhi pacer made his debut for India across formats. Making his India debut in Perth in BGT, Harshit Rana too 4/48 in the first innings, including the wicket of Travis Head. On his T20I debut, Harshit Rana wasn't in the team sheet before going in …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

KKR pay tribute to Harshit Rana during India vs England 1st ODI cricket match in Nagpur; here’s why

Live Mint

With England and India are playing their first ODI match at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur on February 6, India's ODI debutant Harshit Rana picked up three key wickets and its IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders can't keep its calm. Here's the Instagram post by KKR: Harshit Rana creates all-time unwanted record: Making his ODI debut for India, …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ind vs Eng 1st ODI: Gill anchors India to 4-wicket win over England, Harshit impresses on debut

The Hindu

Vice-captain Shubman Gill orchestrated India’s chase with grace, while debutant Harshit Rana dazzled with the ball as the hosts registered a four-wicket win against England in the series opener here on Thursday. Gill, Shreyas Iyer, and Axar Patel rose to the occasion, guiding India to a commanding chase after Rana and the seasoned left-arm spinner Ravindra Jadeja shared six wickets …

Shubman Gill’s 87 leads India to four-wicket win over England in opening ODI

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Shubman Gill’s 87 leads India to four-wicket win over England in opening ODI

Associated Press

NAGPUR, India — Debutant Harshit Rana grabbed three wickets and vice-captain Shubman Gill hit 87 runs off 96 balls for India to beat England by four wickets in the first one-day international at VCA Stadium on Thursday. Iyer’s 59 runs and his 94-run partnership off 64 balls with Gill under-pinned India’s score. Gill added 108 runs off 107 balls with …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Yet another memorable debut for India pacer Harshit Rana

New Indian Express

NAGPUR: Harshit Rana is walking back to his bowling mark staring into the oblivion. On the first ball of his third over in one-day internationals — it was his debut in the format for India at the VCA Stadium, Nagpur – the pacer had been hit for a six by England opener Phil Salt: A top edge that flew over …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

'Find a way to get Harshit Rana to debut vs England': Gambhir sent fierce message after concerning Jasprit Bumrah update

Hindustan Times

After injured Jasprit Bumrah was silently withdrawn from the three-match ODI series against England, which instantly sparked fear over his participation for the Champions Trophy, former India cricketer Aakash Chopra assigned a “tough” task for head coach Gautam Gambhir keeping the ICC tournament in mind. India's head coach Gautam Gambhir and batting coach Shitanshu Kotak during a practice session Bumrah …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Concussion substitute Harshit Rana dropped for 5th T20I despite three wickets in fourth match, Shami returns

India TV News

Coming in for Shivam Dube as a concussion substitute in the fourth T20I against England, India have not picked Harshit Rana for the fifth T20I at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Harshit picked three wickets after coming in as a concussion replacement for Dube in Pune. Apart from not picking Harshit, India have made one change to their Starting XI …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Kevin Pietersen extends support to Harshit Rana after concussion-sub controversy

India Today

Former England cricketer turned commentator Kevin Pietersen extended support to India fast bowler Harshit Rana after his concussion substitute controversy in the 4th T20I against England on Friday, January 31. The fast bowler went on to take three wickets and played a pivotal role in India’s 15-run win. Following his marvellous debut, Pietersen praised the young speedster for assessing the …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Controversial concussion sub Harshit Rana leads India to series-winning T20 victory over England

The Independent

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Concussion sub Harshit Rana takes 3-33 as India seals T20 series win against England

Associated Press

PUNE, India — Concussion substitute Harshit Rana took 3-33 on debut and India beat England by 15 runs to win the Twenty20 series with a match to spare on Friday. England was dismissed for 166 with two balls left after India made 181-9. Dube, playing his first T20 for India since July, scored 53 off 34 balls and Pandya 53 …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

IND vs ENG: Harshit Rana shines on debut as India defeat England by 15 runs in Pune to clinch T20 series

Firstpost

Rana collected figures of 3/33 on T20I debut and together with Ravi Bishnoi, helped India bowl England out for 166 after Hardik Pandya and Shivam Dube’s half-centuries helped the Men in Blue post a competitive score of 181/9 after being invited to bat by opposition captain Jos Buttler. Hardik Pandya and Shivam Dube struck half-centuries while Ravi Bishnoi and T20I …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Harshit Rana first Indian cricketer to make T20I debut as concussion sub, wins match vs England by replacing Shivam Dube

Hindustan Times

Harshit Rana made his T20I debut in rather unusual circumstances, becoming the first Indian cricketer to play his first international match in this format as a concussion substitute. Rana, who was not originally a part of India's playing XI for the fourth T20I against England at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune, came into the side as a concussion …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Harshit Rana makes T20I debut as concussion substitute against England in Pune

India Today

Indian pacer Harshit Rana made his T20I debut against England in the fourth match of the series in Pune, stepping in as a concussion substitute for Shivam Dube. Dube suffered a blow to the head in the final over of India's innings, prompting the team to bring in Rana under the concussion substitute rule. Rana's debut as a concussion substitute …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

India beat England to seal T20 cricket series as sub Rana vexes Buttler

Al Jazeera

India survive late England rally after a mini-collapse of their own to seal five-match series with a game to spare. Harshit Rana has claimed three wickets in his debatable appearance as a concussion substitute to help India to a series-clinching, 15-run victory against England in the fourth T20 International. “I still think we should have gone on to win the …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Bumrah after winning ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year: I’ll pick us winning the T20 World Cup first

The Hindu

Jasprit Bumrah feels honoured after winning the prestigious ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year award but his team’s success would always be his priority and he picked the T20 World Cup triumph as his most cherished moment of 2024. “So, winning the T20 World Cup was really special, and the memories that we made after that are going to be …

Jasprit Bumrah crowned winner of Sir Garfield Sobers Award for ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year 2024

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Jasprit Bumrah crowned winner of Sir Garfield Sobers Award for ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year 2024

India TV News

Indian pace sensation has been crowned winner of the prestigious Sir Garfield Sobers Award for ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year 2024 for his phenomenal performances in 2024. Bumrah was recently named as the ICC Men's Test Cricketer of the Year and he has now doubled the award with the best cricket player of 2024 across formats. Bumrah pipped the …

2 months ago

IND vs ENG: Yashasvi Jaiswal Set For ODI Debut - A Look At His Domestic Cricket Record

ABP News

Yashasvi Jaiswal record in domestic cricket: Rising star Yashasvi Jaiswal has received his first-ever call-up to India's ODI squad for ICC Champions Trophy 2025 and the upcoming India vs England ODI series. Also on ABP Live | Champions Trophy 2025: India To Face Bangladesh In Opening Match – Head-To-Head Record In ODIs Yashasvi Jaiswal's inclusion in India's ODI series against …

2 months ago

Bumrah won't be available for first two ODIs against England: Agarkar

Deccan Chronicle

Mumbai: Chief selector Ajit Agarkar on Saturday said Jasprit Bumrah may not get fit for the first two ODIs against England, forcing them to name Harshit Rana as a replacement as they await an update from the medical team on the lead pacer. "Bumrah has been told to off-load for five weeks after and he won't be available for the …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

1st ODI: Shubman Gill, bowlers shine as India beat England to go 1-0 up

Times of India

Shubman Gill Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. 'Nothing new': Rohit Sharma on his struggles ahead of England ODIs Brief Scores: England: India: NEW DELHI: Shubman Gill 's composed 87 and crucial partnerships with Shreyas Iyer and Axar Patel guided India to a four-wicket victory over England in the first ODI at Pune. Debutant Harshit Rana and Ravindra …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Harshit Rana or Prasidh Krishna? Pujara says India need another pacer for MCG Test

India Today

Former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara has expressed the need for India to field an extra pacer in their Boxing Day Test against Australia in Melbourne, even if it means sacrificing a batter. As the crucial fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy looms, India faces the challenge of addressing their bowling concerns despite Jasprit Bumrah’s outstanding form. Pujara, speaking to ESPNcricinfo, …

3 months, 1 week ago

Kohli pumps up Team India before Brisbane Test with his passionate pep talk

Deccan Chronicle

Team India talisman batter Virat Kohli stole the limelight as he addressed his teammates during a training session at Brisbane on Thursday. Going into the important third Test after a crushing 10-wicket defeat in the Adelaide game, King Kohli decided to step in, to motivate and inspire the young side with his words of wisdom. Indian young speedster Akash Deep, …

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