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Harshit Rana Aims to Fulfill Team India's All-Rounder Vision

Indian fast bowler Harshit Rana has stated that the team management is actively grooming him to become an all-rounder, with a specific role batting at number eight. He expressed confidence in his ability to contribute crucial 30-40 runs with the bat when required by the team. Rana demonstrated this potential in the first ODI against New Zealand, scoring a brisk 29 runs and taking two key wickets. His performance contributed to India's thrilling four-wicket victory, sealed by KL Rahul after Virat Kohli's 93 had set the platform.

Key Points: Harshit Rana on India's All-Rounder Grooming Plan

  • Rana reveals all-rounder grooming plan
  • Showcased skills in 1st ODI vs NZ
  • Scored 29 runs and took 2 wickets
  • India won a thrilling chase by 4 wickets
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"Management wants to groom me as an all-rounder": Indian speedster Harshit Rana

Indian pacer Harshit Rana reveals team management is grooming him as an all-rounder, targeting 30-40 runs batting at No. 8.

"The team management wants to groom me as an all-rounder... I believe I am good enough to make 30-40 runs whenever the team wants. - Harshit Rana"

Vadodara, January 12

India's speedster Harshit Rana said the Indian management is aiming to groom him as an all-rounder and expressed confidence that he can contribute 30-40 runs from that spot. He's working hard in the nets to improve his skills.

Rana showcased his all-round skills against New Zealand in the first ODI in Vadodara on Sunday. With the ball, he scalped two wickets, removing both the New Zealand openers Devon Conway and Henry Nicholls.

With the bat, Rana slammed a brilliant 29 runs off 23 balls, including two fours and a six. His handy little cameo eased the pressure on KL Rahul.

"The team management wants to groom me as an all-rounder, and my aim is to work on it, and I am doing it in the nets. The team wants me to bat at No.8 as an all-rounder. I believe I am good enough to make 30-40 runs whenever the team wants," Harshit Rana told the reporters after the match.

India defeated New Zealand by four wickets in the first ODI in Vadodara on Sunday. The hosts lost momentum after Virat Kohli was dismissed for 93, but KL Rahul's calm and composed 29 not out off 21 balls sealed the victory for India in the second last over.

India pulled off a thrilling chase, reaching 301 in the second last over of the innings, with Rahul and Washington Sundar putting up a decent partnership to seal the win by four wickets.

Brief score: New Zealand 300/8 in 50 overs (Daryl Mitchell 84, Henry Nicholls 62; Mohammed Siraj 2/40) vs India 306/6 in 49 overs (Virat Kohli 93, Shubman Gill 56; Kyle Jamieson 4/41).

- ANI

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Priya S
Love his confidence! But let's not put too much pressure on the young man. Grooming takes time. We saw with Vijay Shankar how the "all-rounder" tag can become a burden. Let him focus on his primary skill—pace bowling—and let the batting develop naturally.
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Rohit P
His 29(23) was crucial under pressure. That's the kind of lower-order contribution we need in tight matches, especially in World Cups. More power to him! Working hard in the nets is the right attitude. Jai Hind!
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Sarah B
As a cricket fan, it's exciting to see new talent emerge. The management seems to have a clear plan for him. His performance against a strong NZ side is promising. Hope he gets a long rope to prove himself.
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Vikram M
Good move by management. We need depth in batting. But honestly, his primary job is to take wickets with the new ball. Getting Conway and Nicholls early was the real game-changer. The runs are a bonus. Don't let the batting focus affect his bowling rhythm.
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Kavya N
So proud to see young players from smaller cities getting opportunities and shining! Vadodara ka launda did well! 🎉 His six was clean hitting. If he can work on his technique against spin, those 30-40 runs will become a reality very soon.

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