Before IPL 2026, the problems of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) seem to be increasing. The team’s star fast bowler Harshit Rana was seen walking with the help of crutches before the upcoming season, the video of which is going viral on social media. As soon as this video surfaced, a question arose in the minds of fans whether Harshit would be out of the entire season.
Let us tell you that Harshit was also a part of Team India in the 2026 T20 World Cup, but due to injury he had to be out of the tournament. Mohammad Siraj was included in the team in place of injured Harshit. Now it seems that KKR will also have to find a replacement for Harshit. So let us know whether Harshit will be out of the entire season.
Reached Naman Awards with the help of crutches
Recently Naman Awards was organized, in which many Indian cricketers were present. Harshit Rana was also a part of this list. The Indian pacer had reached the Naman Awards with the help of crutches. During the award, when Harshit was called for the award, he himself could not get up and go. IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal himself came and honored him with the award.
Harshit Rana walking with a walking stick during the BCCI Awards.
Get well soon, Harshit Rana. pic.twitter.com/OPmqLvRXW9
— Sonu (@Cricket_live247) March 16, 2026
Will he be out for the entire season?
At present the franchise has not given any update regarding Harshit. Now it will be interesting to see whether Harshit is fit for the IPL starting from March 28 or not.
KKR’s bowling attack is weak
It is noteworthy that the pace attack of Kolkata Knight Riders seems to be weakening. First the team had to release Bangladeshi fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman. The team has included Blessing Muzarabani in place of Mustafizur. Now it will be interesting to see what decision the team takes regarding Harshit.
Harshit Rana’s IPL career
It is noteworthy that Harshit has played 34 matches in his IPL career so far. Bowling in 32 innings of these matches, he has taken 40 wickets at an average of 25.72, in which his best is 3/24.
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