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Rising Indian pacer Harshit Rana has openly declared Rohit Sharma as his favourite captain, praising the veteran’s unique leadership style and the impact it has had on his own career. Rana’s candid words underline the respect and admiration many young cricketers hold for Team India’s ODI skipper, whose ability to inspire and back players has become a defining trait of his captaincy.
“Compared to others, he is a very very smart captain”: Harshit Rana
Speaking in a recent interview with Sports Tak, Rana didn’t hesitate when asked about his favourite captain: “I will choose Rohit Bhai only. Having shared dressing rooms with both the Indian team and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the IPL, Rana insists that Rohit’s leadership qualities make him stand apart. “Compared to others, he is a very very smart captain,” he added.
According to Rana, Rohit’s biggest strength lies in the way he empowers youngsters. “He gives every player a free hand,” the pacer revealed, explaining how the captain encourages his teammates to play their natural game without fear of failure. Rohit’s simple message – “play the way you have been playing” – instills a sense of confidence and belonging, allowing players to express themselves freely on the field.
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Youngsters play fearlessly under the Indian skipper
Rana believes this supportive environment directly boosts performance. The freedom and reassurance Rohit offers helps youngsters shed inhibitions and play with fearlessness. For Rana, the balance of Rohit’s competitive intensity on the field and his approachable, warm personality off it makes him not just a respected leader but also an inspiring mentor.
The admiration comes at a time when Rana is enjoying significant career growth. After an impressive IPL season with KKR, he was part of India’s victorious Champions Trophy squad – led by Rohit himself. Rana credited much of his confidence and development to playing under Rohit’s captaincy, which, he stated, has been instrumental in shaping his mindset as an international cricketer.
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