A thunderous unbeaten 76 from Ishan Kishan, studded with 11 boundaries and 4 sixes in 34 balls, lit up Raipur as India romped home by 7 wickets against New Zealand’s 208/6 in the second T20I. Finishing in just 15.2 overs, India seized a 2-0 series advantage.
The star batsman dissected his approach: ‘Locked in on my responsibilities. When form clicks, mindset rules—ball focus and signature shots.’
‘Risk-free play, no cross-bats, yet powerplay firepower was essential for the chase,’ he continued. ‘Felt unstoppable, striking pure, so I committed to my game.’
Post-hiatus, domestic runs paved his recall. ‘It was self-validation time,’ Kishan explained. ‘Answering: Am I in rhythm? India-worthy? Runs provided clarity. I was ready to bat deep and strike cleanly.’
This knock cements Kishan’s T20 prowess, fueling India’s momentum in a series poised for more fireworks.