3 Players Who Can Replace Harshit Rana in IND vs ENG ODIs

Harshit Rana’s absence due to injury has created a selection dilemma for India ahead of the IND vs ENG ODI series. The team management may consider several capable pacers who can fill his role. Mohammed Siraj is an experienced option with proven ODI ability and could provide leadership to the bowling attack. Prasidh Krishna’s pace and bounce make him another strong contender, especially on England’s conditions. Young pacer Gurnoor Brar, who impressed in recent opportunities, could also receive consideration. These three players offer different strengths, including experience, raw pace, and potential, giving India multiple options to replace Rana and maintain a balanced bowling unit.

Harshit Rana reportedly has been ruled out ENG vs IND ODIs due to hamstring injury

This update is based on reports from Khelnow

The Indian Cricket Team will be back playing One-Day Internationals as they take on the England Cricket Team in a three-match bilateral series, starting July 14. Currently, the Men in Blue are not in great form as they are coming off back-to-back T20I series losses, first against Ireland and then England.

Questions have been raised about the management and the players, but as the format changes, we may see a more controlled approach from the team. The last ODI series India played was against Afghanistan at home, where they registered a 3–0 win to begin their preparations for the upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup 2027. This series also holds huge importance in terms of preparation, as they will face a quality side like England.

However, the team have been struck by some awful news, as one of their pacers, Harshit Rana, sustained an injury while playing in the T20I series and may miss the three-match ODI series against England. The right-arm pacer was out of cricket action for months due to a prolonged knee injury, and now he has suffered a hamstring injury, raising questions about his fitness.

The team selectors and management will be looking to call up a player who can replace Harshit Rana in the Indian ODI team. On that note, let’s have a look at the three possible players who can replace Harshit Rana in the Indian ODI team.

3 pacers who could be in contention to replace Harshit Rana in India’s ODI Squad for England series

1. Mohammad Siraj

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Mohammed Siraj’s possible return to India’s ODI squad could provide a major boost to the team’s bowling attack. The experienced right-arm pacer has been a key performer in Test cricket and has also delivered impressive spells in white-ball formats. Despite his strong performances, Siraj has recently missed out on ODI opportunities due to competition among India’s fast bowlers. However, with Harshit Rana sidelined due to injury, the selectors may consider bringing Siraj back into the squad. His experience, ability to swing the ball, and consistency make him a strong candidate to fill the gap and strengthen India’s pace attack against England.

2. Prince Yadav

Another player who could force his way into the ODI squad of the Indian team against England is Prince Yadav. After a wonderful IPL season, Prince was called up for the ODI series against Afghanistan, where he made his debut and had a decent outing.

After that, Prince also made his T20I debut against Ireland and later played in the T20I series against England. He was left out of the ODI series against England as the senior players returned to the squad, but with Harshit Rana getting injured and likely to be ruled out of the series, the selectors may call up Prince Yadav for another series in England.

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3. Mohsin Khan

Mohsin Khan could be another strong contender to replace Harshit Rana in India’s ODI squad for the England series. The left-arm pacer impressed during the IPL, claiming 11 wickets in seven matches while maintaining an economy rate of 8.14. His ability to generate swing and movement with the new ball makes him a valuable option, especially in English conditions. Although injuries have interrupted his progress in the past, Mohsin has shown great potential whenever he has been fit. With Rana likely to miss the series, the selectors may consider handing Mohsin his ODI debut and adding variety to India’s pace attack.