India vs New Zealand: Harshal Patel makes international debut after sensational IPL 2021 performance for RCB

India vs New Zealand: Harshal Patel, who picked up a record-equalling tally of 32 wickets in IPL 2021, got his maiden India cap in Ranchi on Friday. He replaced an injured Mohammed Siraj for the 2nd T20I.

30-year-old Haryana fast bowler Harshal Patel is all set to make his India debut in the 2nd T20I between India and New Zealand in Ranchi on Friday. Harshal was part of the team huddle before the toss at the JSCA International Stadium Complex and got his India cap from former India fast bowler and commentator, Ajit Agarkar. Congratulations to @HarshalPatel23 who is set to make his #TeamIndia debut. @Paytm #INDvNZ pic.twitter.com/n9IIPXFJQ7

Harshal Patel has been waiting in the wings for quite some time but his performances in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 made it impossible for the senior national selectors to look past him.