'People don't believe me': Ishan Kishan on his love for red-ball cricket
Ishan Kishan has played 32 ODIs and 55 T20Is for India, apart from 134 IPL matches. His last of two Test appearances came in July 2023. Despite his limited opportunities in Test cricket, his love for the red-ball format remains strong.
Ishan Kishan, the captain of the East Zone cricket team, expressed his love for red-ball cricket despite his limited appearances in Test matches. The 28-year-old left-handed batter, known for his aggressive style in white-ball cricket, said he enjoys the challenge of Test cricket. He has played 32 ODIs, 55 T20Is, and 134 IPL matches for India but only made two Test appearances in July 2023.
Kishan's last first-class appearance was against Baroda in November 2025, and he played 59 games across international and domestic cricket in the nine months between matches. In the recent match against North East Zone, Kishan scored only four runs, caught behind off Anukul Roy's five-wicket haul. He acknowledged that moving between white-ball and red-ball cricket is challenging but believed it's part of the fun.
Kishan also discussed the pressures and expectations players face away from the field, emphasizing the importance of self-improvement and not making excuses. Despite a strong victory, Kishan expressed disappointment in his team's energy, stating they need to be more focused for the upcoming semi-final against Central Zone.
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