Harshit Rana, the young 23-year-old right-arm pacer, delivered one of the most fiery and animated moments of the first ODI between India and South Africa in Ranchi, giving Dewald Brevis a charged send-off that instantly went viral. The incident unfolded on Sunday, November 30, at the JSCA International Stadium Complex, where Rana showcased both skill and attitude in a high-pressure contest.
Rana has easily been India’s standout bowler in this game, impressing right from the new ball. Sharing the early overs with Arshdeep Singh, he produced a dream opening spell, dismissing Quinton de Kock and Ryan Rickelton in the same over. Both top-order batters departed for ducks, putting the Proteas on the back foot early in their massive chase.
However, Dewald Brevis, one of South Africa’s most explosive young talents, attempted to swing the momentum back. When Rana returned for his second spell, Brevis attacked him instantly, even launching a stunning no-look six in the 20th over — a shot that visibly fired up the young Indian pacer. That moment seemed to flip a switch in Rana’s mindset, and he became determined to break Brevis’ resistance.
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In his next over, Harshit Rana tightened the screws with three consecutive dot balls. On the fourth delivery, he finally got his revenge. Bowling a full-length ball outside off, Rana tempted Brevis into a lofted drive. The right-hander miscued his shot, sending it straight into the safe hands of Ruturaj Gaikwad at sweeper cover.
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A fine catch by Ruturaj as the dangerman Dewald Brevis departs 👏#INDvSA 1st ODI, LIVE NOW 👉 https://t.co/BBkwein9oF pic.twitter.com/w4PAuCIgUR
— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) November 30, 2025
Harshit Rana erupted in celebration, giving the 22-year-old batter a fiery send-off complete with an intense finger gesture and a few choice words. Even Virat Kohli, fielding nearby, was fired up and celebrated aggressively as Brevis walked back after a brisk 37 off 28, featuring two fours and three sixes.
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Earlier in the day, Virat Kohli had produced a masterclass of his own, smashing a magnificent 135 off 120 balls — his 52nd ODI century — to power India to a commanding total of 349/8. His innings, laced with 11 fours and seven sixes, set the perfect stage for India’s bowlers, with Harshit Rana leading the charge in style.
