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‘His presence and advice have reshaped my mindset towards the game’ – Young Indian Pacer Harshit Rana Credits Gautam Gambhir for His Success

Kolkata Knight Riders’ star pacer Harshit Rana, has attributed his newfound success to India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir. After an impressive IPL 2024 season, Rana earned his first call-up to the Indian cricket team for the upcoming ODI series against Sri Lanka, starting on August 2.

Rana, who emerged as a star performer in the 17th edition of the Indian Premier League, credited his transformative journey to the mentorship of Gautam Gambhir. Spending time in the Kolkata Knight Riders’ dressing room under Gambhir’s guidance significantly impacted his approach to the game. Rana’s remarkable performance, securing 19 wickets, played a pivotal role in KKR clinching their third IPL title.

‘Gauti bhaiyya’s influence in the KKR dressing room has been transformative’ – Harshit Rana 

In a conversation with PTI, Harshit Rana expressed deep gratitude towards his father, personal coach Amit Bhandari, and notably, Gambhir. He highlighted how Gambhir’s unwavering support and strategic insights helped him excel on the field.

“There are three individuals who have been instrumental in my cricketing journey – my father, my coach Amit Bhandari sir, and above all, Gauti bhaiyya (Gautam Gambhir). Gauti bhaiyya’s influence in the KKR dressing room has been transformative. His presence and advice have reshaped my mindset towards the game,” Rana stated.

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Rana emphasized Gambhir’s role in boosting his confidence and refining his skills. The coach’s consistent backing allowed Rana to deliver match-winning performances and contribute significantly to the team’s success.

India’s tour of Sri Lanka will commence on June 27 with a three-match T20 series, followed by the one-day matches in August. This tour marks Gambhir’s debut assignment as India’s head coach, a role anticipated with great excitement by fans and players alike. The young pacer’s journey from IPL to international cricket is a testament to his hard work and the invaluable mentorship of Gautam Gambhir.

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