IPL 2018: Nitish Rana Fit Again, Available For Selection - Reports

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will receive a shot in the arm as Nitish Rana has recovered and thus the southpaw batsman is available for selection against Mumbai Indians (MI). Rana had to miss out against Chennai Super Kings following the sore back.

The youngster had to retire hurt in the match against Royal Challengers Bangalore after he faced back issues.

The left-handed batsman Rana has scored 188 runs in the eight matches he has played for the Kolkata team.

Moreover, the Delhi-based player has also chipped in with his part-time off-spin bowling.

Nitish Rana has batted with aplomb in the middle order.

It is reported by The Hindu that Rana was seen batting as well as bowling in the nets before the match against reigning champions Indians.

Rana is expected to take back his place from left-hander Rinku Singh, who has thus far failed to impress with his performances.

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Vital wheel in the cog of KKR line-up, Rana is turning out to be the cynosure of all eyes with his good display of batting.

The middle-order batsman had also done a fine job for the Indians in the previous season.

Meanwhile, Knight Riders are growing in confidence. The Dinesh Karthik led side has thus far won five matches out of the nine they have played – to perch at the third place.

Moreover, it is great to note that the Kolkata franchise is promoting the young talent in the team.

The two-time champions are giving chances to youngsters like Shubman Gill, Shivam Mavi, and Rana. This exposure at the big stage is doing a world of good to the confidence of these young lads.

Kolkata will lock horns against Rohit Sharma-led Indians on Sunday afternoon (May) at latter’s own backyard of Wankhede Stadium.

Meanwhile, Mumbai cannot afford any more hiccups in the tournament after losing six matches, as it would be a do or die game against Kolkata Knight Riders.

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