Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) batter Nitish Rana provided a lighthearted moment after his side’s rain-affected clash against the Gujarat Titans. While the focus was on KKR securing a top-two finish in the IPL 2024, Rana’s witty exchange with commentator Harsha Bhogle stole the show.
Nitish Rana return steals limelight
The washout at the Narendra Modi Stadium confirmed KKR’s place in the top two of the points table. This means they’ll have two opportunities to book their spot in the IPL final.
However, it was Nitish Rana’s post-match chat with Harsha Bhogle that grabbed everyone’s attention.
Nitish Rana, who has battled injuries throughout the season, had an epic response when Bhogle jokingly mentioned keeping an eye on his hands.
Nitish Rana hilarious explanation to Harsha Bhogle
“Yeah, it’s fine now,” Rana chuckled, “but I can’t show it here on camera because it’s the middle finger!“
This lighthearted exchange revealed Rana’s frustration at his recent struggles. “I’m happy to be back in the team after missing 10 matches,” he continued. “It was a challenging period for me, as I’ve never sat out for so many games in the IPL.”
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Injury woes and resilient return
Rana’s season got off to a frustrating start when he injured himself during the first match against the Sunrisers Hyderabad. This sidelined him for a significant period, with youngster Angrish Raghuvanshi filling the all-rounder’s role admirably.
However, Rana’s fighting spirit shone through as he made a successful comeback against Mumbai Indians, scoring a valuable 33 runs off just 23 balls.
Rain washes out GT vs RR
While the match against Gujarat Titans was abandoned due to rain, Nitish Rana’s return and his witty exchange with Harsha Bhogle ensured he remained in the spotlight. KKR march forward with a top-two finish secured, while Rana looks to play a crucial role in their quest for IPL glory.
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