SaralnamaFormer cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin criticized pacer Harshit Rana for his expensive spell against Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup 2025. Rana conceded 54 runs in 4 overs, taking only one wicket. India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, posted 203 runs. Sri Lanka's Pathum Nissanka's century forced a Super Over. Ashwin called Rana's bowling 'amateurish' on his YouTube channel. He advised Rana to learn from his mistakes of alternating fast and slow deliveries. BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla praised India's performance and expressed confidence in winning the final against Pakistan at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. To improve bowling skills, players can practice varying their pace and line consistently. (Updated 28 Sep 2025, 11:02 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Former cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin criticized pacer Harshit Rana for his expensive spell against Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup 2025
- Rana conceded 54 runs in 4 overs, taking only one wicket
- India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, posted 203 runs