The mystery of Ishan Kishan not being in Team India is getting more and more complicated. Where is the dashing wicketkeeper-batsman Ishan Kishan? Why isn’t Ishan Kishan playing? Why isn’t Ishan Kishan returning to Team India? These are the questions whose answers are not available. However, Team India coach Rahul Dravid has made it clear that Ishan Kishan needs to play a game before returning to Team India. Despite this, Ishan Kishan is yet to play a Ranji match for Jharkhand. Now it seems very unlikely that Ishan Kishan will play in the remaining three matches against England.
Actually, the whole Ishan Kishan controversy started with the South Africa tour. Citing his mental health, Ishan Kishan demanded a break from Team India. Kishan got another break and returned to India from South Africa. There were reports that Ishan Kishan was upset because he was not getting chances despite his consistent performance. However, Ishan Kishan was not given a place in the two friendly matches, first against Afghanistan and then against England. After that, the debate started over whether Ishan Kishan would not play.
Increased difficulty for Kishan
Ishan Kishan’s only chance of making a comeback in Team India is to play in the Ranji Trophy. But Kishan will not be part of the team in Jharkhand’s last match on February 9 either. In such a situation, the path of Kishan’s comeback becomes more and more difficult. However, Kishan got a great opportunity to play in the Test series. KS Bharat is currently unable to score runs. Bharat’s departure is certain. But due to Kishan’s absence, Dhruv Jorel might now get a chance to make his debut. However, Kishan’s return to the cricket field can now only be seen through IPL.