Seems like star pacer Harshit Rana isn't going to change his 'flying kiss' celebration style after taking a wicket anytime soon. Despite facing reprimands in the past for the same gesture, Rana's 'flying kiss' celebration during Duleep Trophy 2024 match is once again in the news.
Talking about the match, India C managed to contain India D for a modest total of 164 runs on the opening day of the second match in the Duleep Trophy, played at the Rural Development Trust Stadium in Anantapur. India D's batting lineup struggled against the disciplined bowling of India C.
When India C came out to bat, their openers, Ruturaj Gaikwad and Sai Sudharsan, faced a stern challenge from pacer Harshit Rana. Rana, who had previously faced reprimands from the IPL committee for his on-field behavior, especially his ‘flying kiss’ celebration, showcased his impressive bowling skills. Having had a successful IPL 2024 campaign for Kolkata Knight Riders, Rana continued his momentum in the Duleep Trophy. He dismissed Gaikwad and Sudharsan within five deliveries, putting India C's top order under immediate pressure. But what caught everyone's attention was Rana's celebration. Rana, couldn't contain himself from unleashing his trademark ‘flying kiss’ celebration after dismissing Gaikwad. Rana ended up taking two wickets in a spell of four overs which was decorated with two maidens as well.
Watch Harshit Rana's ‘Flying Kiss’ celebration after dismissing Ruturaj Gaikwad
India C Struggles Against Harshit Rana
India C captain Sudharsan's innings was cut short at seven runs from 16 balls, including just one boundary. He was dismissed by Harshit Rana, edging a delivery to wicketkeeper Srikar Bharat. Gaikwad, the other opener, faced a similar fate, also being caught by Bharat off Rana's bowling. Harshit Rana, a standout performer for Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2024, continued his impressive form in the Duleep Trophy. Playing 13 games for KKR, he claimed 19 wickets, the joint-highest for the team. His contributions were crucial in KKR's success, as he ranked fourth among the highest wicket-takers in the 17th edition of the IPL. Rana's bowling was particularly effective in the death overs, with an impressive economy rate of 9.85. Overall, his economy rate for the tournament was 9.08, and he maintained an average of 20.15.
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