India’s wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan shared his thoughts on his prolific innings, which was instrumental in India’s 46-run victory in the final T20I of the five-match series against New Zealand.
Speaking at the post-match presentation ceremony after being adjudged Player of the Match, Kishan said: “I felt the ball was doing a bit early on, but batting alongside Abhishek Sharma really helps. You see his intent, you understand the momentum the team needs, and then you just try to watch the ball and play accordingly. That approach worked well for me today. I still feel I’m not there yet. Yes, I’ve done well and I’m getting these awards, but my focus is firmly on the World Cup. That’s where the extra effort is needed. What’s important is carrying this form forward and continuing to contribute there.”
Kishan came to the crease after India lost Sanju Samson early in the innings. The wicketkeeper-batter stitched together a 137-run partnership from 57 balls with captain Suryakumar Yadav, which laid the foundation for a big total. After playing a few balls watchfully, Kishan shifted to his natural aggressive style, reaching his fifty off 28 balls. He then went into ultra-aggressive mode, taking just 42 balls to bring up his century. The 27-year-old scored 103 runs off just 43 balls, including six fours and ten sixes, at a strike rate of 239.53.
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