Wed Oct 30 19:09:52 UTC 2024: ## India Drops Harshit Rana Plans for Final Test Against New Zealand: Coach
**MUMBAI, INDIA** – Despite losing the series to New Zealand, India will not be including young fast bowler Harshit Rana in the third and final Test match, Assistant Coach Abhishek Nair confirmed.
Rumors had been circulating that Rana would be added to the squad after the first two defeats, but Nair dispelled these claims.
“Harshit Rana is not part of the team for the Mumbai Test,” Nair clarified.
The news comes as a blow to fans who had been eagerly anticipating the potential debut of the young talent. The Indian team, hoping to avoid a clean sweep, will be seeking a spin-friendly pitch for the match at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
Meanwhile, New Zealand captain Kane Williamson remains sidelined with a injury, leaving his participation in the final test in doubt.
The third Test match is scheduled to begin on November 1st.
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