Harshit Rana Returns To India's ODI Squad, Earns Another Chance Ahead Of Busy International Season
Indian fast pacer Harshit Rana has been added to the ODI squad for the series against Afghanistan after making a full recovery from his injury. The BCCI confirmed his addition to the squad on 19 June 2026, marking a significant comeback after spending several months recovering from a knee injury that ruled him out of most major competitions earlier this year.
Harshit Rana is a 24-year-old Indian fast bowler who represents India in international cricket, plays for Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL, and represents the Delhi cricket team in domestic cricket. He is regarded as one of India’s most promising young fast bowlers, known for his pace, bounce, aggression, and ability to contribute with the bat.
His full name is Harshit Pradeep Rana, and he was born on 22 December 2001 in Ghevra, near the Delhi-Haryana border. His father, Pradeep Rana, was associated with the CRPF and came from a sporting background, having been a hammer thrower and weightlifter. Harshit began his cricket training at a very young age and received formal coaching while studying at Ganga International School in Delhi.
Harshit progressed through the Delhi cricket circuit by attracting attention for his pace and ability to generate steep bounce. One of his most memorable domestic performances came in the 2023 Duleep Trophy, where he scored an unbeaten 122 off just 86 balls, showcasing his batting potential.
Harshit was picked by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the 2022 IPL auction and made his IPL debut that season. His breakthrough came in the 2024 IPL, where he stood out among the tournament’s fast bowlers, taking 19 wickets and playing a major role in KKR’s title-winning campaign.
Who is Harshit Rana ?
Harshit Rana is a 24-year-old Indian fast bowler who represents India in international cricket, plays for Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL, and represents the Delhi cricket team in domestic cricket. He is regarded as one of India’s most promising young fast bowlers, known for his pace, bounce, aggression, and ability to contribute with the bat.
His full name is Harshit Pradeep Rana, and he was born on 22 December 2001 in Ghevra, near the Delhi-Haryana border. His father, Pradeep Rana, was associated with the CRPF and came from a sporting background, having been a hammer thrower and weightlifter. Harshit began his cricket training at a very young age and received formal coaching while studying at Ganga International School in Delhi.
Domestic Cricket Career
Harshit progressed through the Delhi cricket circuit by attracting attention for his pace and ability to generate steep bounce. One of his most memorable domestic performances came in the 2023 Duleep Trophy, where he scored an unbeaten 122 off just 86 balls, showcasing his batting potential.
IPL Career
Harshit was picked by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the 2022 IPL auction and made his IPL debut that season. His breakthrough came in the 2024 IPL, where he stood out among the tournament’s fast bowlers, taking 19 wickets and playing a major role in KKR’s title-winning campaign.
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