Harshit Rana Counters Critics: "This is not Test cricket, it's ODI!"

• Young pacer Harshit Rana dismissed criticism about Indian bowlers not taking new ball wickets without Jasprit Bumrah.
• Rana clarified that his and Mohammed Siraj's objective with the new ball was to control runs, which they achieved.
• India secured a thrilling four-wicket victory over New Zealand in the first ODI at BCA Stadium, Vadodara.
• Rana took two crucial wickets, sending both New Zealand openers back to the pavilion, and scored 29 runs off 23 balls.
• He emphasized that in ODI cricket, tight bowling and patience are essential, and wickets will fall in middle overs if not with the new ball.

Why It Matters: Harshit Rana defends India's new ball strategy, highlighting run control and patience in ODI cricket.