NEW DELHI: Harshit Rana, a 22-year-old fast bowler from South Extension, Delhi, expressed his unwavering determination upon receiving his first call-up to the Indian ODI team, which includes renowned players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. In an emotional statement, he said, "Delhi mein dil tooth sakta hai par humne kabhi hausla nahi haraa (Delhi can break your heart but I never lost hope)."
Despite facing numerous setbacks and being overlooked during his journey from the junior levels, Rana's exceptional performance in the IPL, where he claimed 19 wickets and played a crucial role in Kolkata Knight Riders' victorious campaign, finally earned him recognition on the national stage.
