In a surprising move, India played Harshit Rana over experienced Arshdeep Singh in their opening match against Bangladesh, where Rana shone with three wickets. Learning from Jasprit Bumrah and Morne Morkel,

Ricky Ponting backed Arshdeep Singh over Harshit Rana as India's best replacement for injured Jasprit Bumrah in the Champions Trophy, citing Arshdeep's control and experience in white-ball cricket as key factors for India's bowling attack.

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India's young pace sensation Harshit Rana opened up about the teachings he has received from current best Jasprit Bumrah and bowling coach Morne Morkel, allowing him to thrive in international cricket.

Harshit Rana who is featuring for his maiden ICC tournament picked up three wickets in India's Champions Trophy opener clash against Bangladesh.

India and Bangladesh commence their respective Champions Trophy 2025 campaigns taking on each other in second game at the Dubai International Stadium on February 20. One key player, who was missing in India’s playing XI at the ICC events for the first time since 2022 T20 World Cup is Jasprit Bumrah.

Harshit Rana is in the Champions Trophy squad as Jasprit Bumrah's replacement but Ricky Ponting feels Arshdeep Singh should get the nod for the matches.