Celebrating Harshit Rana: A Rising Star in Indian Cricket Turns 24

Harshit Rana, the young pacer for Team India, celebrated his 24th birthday recently, receiving warm wishes from the BCCI. Known for his impressive performances in ODIs and T20Is, Rana has made significant contributions to Indian cricket. With a solid record in domestic cricket and a promising IPL journey with Kolkata Knight Riders, he continues to showcase his talent on the field. This article delves into his career stats, recent performances, and batting prowess, highlighting why he is a player to watch in the coming years.

By Narendra Chaudhary Dec 23, 2025, 00:33 IST

Birthday Wishes for Harshit Rana

On Monday, Harshit Rana, the talented pacer for Team India, marked his 24th birthday. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) extended their warm wishes to the young speedster via their social media platform, stating, "2025 ICC Champions Trophy and 2025 Asia Cup winner. Here's wishing Team India speedster Harshit Rana a very happy birthday."

Overview of Harshit Rana's International Career

Harshit Rana, who plays for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL), has made his mark on the international stage with appearances in two Tests, 11 ODIs, and six T20Is. Although he has taken only four wickets in three Test innings with an average of 50.75, his performance in ODIs and T20Is has been significantly better. In T20Is, he has secured seven wickets across five innings, averaging 24.71, while in ODIs, he has claimed 20 wickets in 11 innings at an impressive average of 25.55.

Recent Performance in T20I Series

During the recent five-match T20I series against South Africa, Rana participated in just one match, where he achieved two wickets in four overs, conceding 24 runs and maintaining an average of 17.

Domestic and T20 Cricket Statistics

In his domestic career, Rana has played 14 first-class matches, taking 50 wickets. His List A cricket stats show 52 wickets in 30 matches, with an economy rate below six runs per over. In T20 matches, he has claimed 50 wickets in 41 innings.

IPL Journey with Kolkata Knight Riders

Harshit Rana made his IPL debut in the 2022 season with Kolkata Knight Riders and has been a consistent performer for the team. Across 34 IPL matches, he has taken 40 wickets, maintaining an average of 25.72 and a steady economy rate.

Batting Skills of Harshit Rana

Rana has also demonstrated his batting abilities, with his highest T20I score being 35, achieved against Australia during the second match of their three-game series in October-November.