Mohammed Siraj Officially Joins India's T20 World Cup Squad as Harshit Rana Replacement
The BCCI has officially named Mohammed Siraj as the replacement for the injured Harshit Rana in India's T20 World Cup squad, just hours before the team's opening fixture against the USA. Rana was ruled out after sustaining a knee injury during a warm-up match against South Africa in Navi Mumbai, an injury that team management deemed serious following specialist consultation and scans.
Siraj, a veteran pacer who was initially a surprise omission from the 15-man squad, brings significant experience to the defending champions' pace battery. Known for his ability to swing the new ball and hit hard lengths, the right-arm quick offers a traditional pace option alongside frontline quicks Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh.
While the bowling combination appears settled, Siraj's inclusion provides crucial depth and a proven track record in high-stakes tournaments. He is expected to join the squad immediately in Mumbai as India prepares to kick off its campaign at the Wankhede Stadium.
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“Team India pacer Harshit Rana has been ruled out of the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 after sustaining a knee injury during the warm-up match against South Africa in Navi Mumbai on February 4th 2026.”
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“Team India pacer Harshit Rana has been ruled out of the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 after sustaining a knee injury during the warm-up match against South Africa in Navi Mumbai on February 4th 2026.”
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