IPL 2025 between the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), Harshit Rana fell victim to a brilliant delivery from Josh Hazlewood. The wicket came at a crucial moment in the match, with KKR's score at 173/8.
Wicket: Harshit Rana
Score: 5 runs off 6 balls
Bowler: Josh Hazlewood
Fielding: Caught by Jitesh Sharma
Over: 19.5
Josh Hazlewood, returning from injury, showcased his skill with a well-placed delivery that caught Harshit Rana off guard. The ball angled in and then moved away slightly, resulting in a catch by wicketkeeper Jitesh Sharma.
Rana's dismissal was significant as it added pressure on KKR, who were already struggling to build momentum in the latter stages of their innings. With wickets falling at regular intervals, the team needed stability to set a competitive total.
This wicket came during the final overs of the innings when KKR was looking to accelerate their scoring. Hazlewood's ability to take key wickets has been pivotal for RCB throughout the match.
KKR faced challenges throughout their innings, with several players failing to convert starts into substantial scores. The team's total of 173 runs reflects the pressure exerted by RCB's bowling attack.