Past Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) The player defended decisively Gautam Gambhir and Harshit RanaRejecting all allegations of favoritism in the selection of the Indian team. Gambhir, as India’s head coach in July 2024, alleged that the Azads, fan sections, were influenced by Rana’s inclusion in the national team due to his past association with the KKR set-up. However, the former KKR star rubbished the claims, asserting that Rana’s selection was purely a result of his form and consistency Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season.
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Manvinder BislaGambhir’s key member of the KKR side won 2012 IPL titleHe emphasized that Gambhir has always been a performance-oriented leader. Speaking on the Indian Cricket Canteen YouTube channel, Bisla said critics who accused Gambhir of favoritism, mainly KKR or Gambhir’s leadership style, were never a fan.
“Those who oppose Harshit Rana must be non-KKR fans. I say this honestly“Bisla defended both Gambhir and Rana from unwarranted criticism.
Bisla described the talk of favoritism as unfair and motivated as Harshit Rana earned the India cap through hard work and consistent performances for KKR. Rana delivered one of the best IPL seasons in 2024, playing a crucial role in KKR’s bowling attack and title-winning campaign in 2024.
“Uncle and uncle are not related.“He rejected suggestions of no haste in Gambhir’s selections.
The WicketKeeper-corpse backed up this statement with statistics, noting how Rana has made an impact on the international scene. In India’s home ODI series against Australia, Rana emerged as the highest Wicket-Taker with six wickets in three matches. Made valuable lower-order contributions with the bat during the T20I Series, remarkably effective under pressure. In all, the pacer claimed 16 wickets in 8 ODI innings at a rate of 5.82, world-highlighting figures in the growing national setup.
The EX-KKR player will put everyone’s rumors to rest and appreciate his talent
Bisla emphasized that there is always a merit-based approach, just like Gautam Gambhir as KKR captain or now as Team India’s head coach. He noted that Gambhir rewarded players who performed consistently and showed discipline, not those who had personal connections. According to Bislan, anyone who has played under Gambhir knows his commitment to the ethics of professionalism and competition.
He said Bisla appealed to Rana to focus on his achievements rather than spreading baseless allegations against supporters and commentators. He said that India’s Young Pacer has proved himself both domestically and internationally and his selection is based on merit. As he prepares for the upcoming ODI series against Rana South AfricaThe home Test series that started on November 14 followed, Bisla Cricket fans will recognize the bowler’s potential instead of questioning his credentials.
“India beat Australia in Sydney, Cricketers, Cricketers, Cricketers, everyone talked about Roko? Maybe he won us the match. Bisla is over.
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