Harshit Rana Unwanted Record: The first ODI of the three-match ODI series between India and England is presently being played in Nagpur, where fast bowler Harshit Rana and left-handed batter Yashasvi Jaiswal made their ODI debuts for Team India. However, Harshit Rana’s debut took an unfortunate turn as he registered an unwanted record.
Harshit Rana registers unwanted record on ODI debut
With Jasprit Bumrah ruled out of IND vs ENG ODI series due to injury, Harshit Rana was included in the playing XI. Captain Rohit Sharma handed him the ball for the sixth over, but England’s Phil Salt went on the attack, punishing the debutant.
Harshit was hammered for 26 runs in the over, including three sixes and two fours, making it the most expensive over ever bowled by an Indian on ODI debut. No Indian bowler had previously conceded as many runs in a single over in their first ODI appearance.
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Harshit Rana fights back with key wickets
Despite a tough start, Harshit made a strong comeback. In the 10th over, he dismissed Harry Brook and Ben Duckett in quick succession, giving India a much-needed breakthrough. Duckett managed to score 32 before getting out, while Brook was dismissed without scoring.
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Harshit had earlier impressed in his T20I debut, where he picked up three wickets.
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England decides to bat first
England captain Jos Buttler won the toss and elected to bat first. The visitors are currently five wickets down, with Jacob Bethell anchoring the innings alongside an unbeaten Liam Livingstone.
For India, Harshit Rana has been impressive, claiming two crucial wickets, while Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel have picked up one wicket each. The hosts will be looking to strike quickly and bowl England out at the earliest.
