In the Sydney ODI, Harshit Rana took four wickets to restrict Australia to 236 runs, securing a victory for Team India. Gautam Gambhir's warning and hard work bolstered Rana's bowling.
Sports News: Indian team's young fast bowler Harshit Rana is currently in the spotlight of cricket fans and media. Recently, in the final ODI match played in Sydney, Rana took four wickets to restrict Australia to 236 runs, securing a crucial victory for Team India. Behind this stellar performance lay his hard work and a stern warning from coach Gautam Gambhir.
Gambhir's Warning to Rana
Harshit Rana's inclusion in the team has often drawn criticism. Some believed that Rana was in Team India because he was a favored player of Gambhir. However, Rana's childhood coach, Shravan, revealed that Gautam Gambhir had warned Rana that if he didn't perform, he would be dropped from the team.
Shravan stated that Gambhir had directly told him, "Perform, or I'll bench you." This warning had an impact on Harshit Rana, and he silenced his critics with his performance in the Sydney match.
Rana's Strong Performance in Sydney
In the Sydney ODI, Harshit Rana rattled the Australian batsmen by taking four wickets. He restricted Australia to 236 runs, allowing India to easily win the match. Rana's bowling played a crucial role in pulling the team out of a difficult situation. His performance made it clear that his selection in the team was not solely due to his association with Gambhir, but also because of his talent and hard work.
Rana Spoke with His Coach
Harshit Rana spoke with his childhood coach, Shravan, over the phone and shared his concerns. He expressed that he was feeling the pressure of criticism within the team and wanted to answer all questions through his performance. Shravan encouraged Rana, telling him, "Believe in yourself. Gambhir recognizes talent and selects the right players for Team India."
Shravan further explained that Gambhir has supported many cricketers and has always helped in making the right decisions for the team. Gambhir also gave Harshit Rana an opportunity at the right time in the team and showed confidence in his abilities.
Connection to KKR
Harshit Rana's connection with Gautam Gambhir also extends to the IPL team Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). After Gambhir became the mentor for KKR, the team won the IPL title in 2024. Rana was part of the team at that time, and Gambhir favored him. Rana's entry into Team India came after Gambhir became the coach, and he was also included in the Australia tour.
Despite the criticism, Rana proved with his bowling that he is a crucial player for the team. His performance in Sydney demonstrates that Gambhir's warning made him ber and helped Team India secure the victory.
