Indian pace sensation Harshit Rana grabbed attention with his signature ‘flying kiss’ celebration during the opening round of the Duleep Trophy 2024, which began on September 5. The Kolkata Knight Riders pacer pulled off this entertaining gesture after dismissing India C captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, who edged the ball to slip, getting out for a single-digit score.

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People didn't like the fast bowler's controversial move during the Indian Premier League (IPL), but he has now turned that anger into a more fun performance that shows how serious he is while keeping the mood light on the pitch.

India D struggled early in their innings, losing key wickets within the first 10 overs. However, a crucial partnership between Axar Patel and Arshdeep Singh added some stability to the innings. Their 84-run stand helped push India D to 159/8 in 47 overs. Despite their efforts, the team could not carry the momentum forward and was eventually bowled out for 164.

In response, India C also faced an early collapse, with both Sai Sudharsan and Ruturaj Gaikwad falling quickly. Harshit Rana’s dismissal of Gaikwad led to his now-famous ‘flying kiss’ celebration, which has quickly become a talking point.

Rana’s ‘flying kiss’ celebration is not new to fans, as it first gained fame in the IPL. After Kolkata Knight Riders clinched the title, team owner Shah Rukh Khan humorously asked the entire squad to perform the gesture while posing with the trophy, much to the delight of fans.