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'India Are Good But...': Babar Azam's Nemesis Challenges Rohit Sharma And Co


Rohit Sharma (X.com)Rohit Sharma (X.com)

Having made an instant impact with his brilliant performance in the historic 2-0 triumph over Pakistan, Bangladesh rising speedster Nahid Rana has now set his eyes on the upcoming away Test series against India.

The 21-year-old consistently hit 150 kph and stood out as the star performer especially in the second innings of the final Test in Rawalpindi where he took 4/44 as Bangladesh secured a historic sweep.

The speedster, from Chapainawabganj, has emerged as a new sensation in Bangladesh cricket with his ability to bowl consistently fast over long spells.



In a video posted by Bangladesh Cricket in 'X', formerly Twitter, Nahid Rana said:

"Obviously we are well prepared for India series. We have started training. The more we are prepared the better we will be in execution during the matches. India are a good team but the team that plays better cricket will win. We will see when we go there."

He made headlines by crossing the 150 kph mark on his Test debut against Sri Lanka in March this year. Then in Pakistan he established himself as a genuine fast bowling threat by making immediate impact in the second Test. He dismissed Shan Masood with his third ball before scalping the prized wicket of Babar Azam in his next over. Interestingly, this was the second time he took Babar's wicket.

Asked if he is ready to hit the 152 kph mark again, Rana said: "I will strive to give my best. Pace is something you can't always predict -- it depends a lot on rhythm. Sometimes, it just clicks, and suddenly you find yourself hitting those speeds. I never set out to clock 152 kph or push past that. I just focused on executing the team's plan. My friends and folks back in the village are really happy of my achievement." 

Nahid Rana's cricketing journey

Rana's journey in cricket began when his brother enrolled him in an academy in 2020 after finishing college. He made his first-class debut in October 2021 and quickly made a mark, taking 32 wickets in the following season.

In the 2022-23 National Cricket League, Rana and Sumon Khan achieved a rare feat with both taking over 30 wickets, an accomplishment not seen in over 11 years for fast bowlers in the domestic first-class tournament.

[With PTI Inputs]