Ishan Kishan Scores Century in Duleep Trophy: The star wicketkeeper-batsman known as the ‘Red of Bihar’ Ishan Kishne His explosive batting against South Zone in the Duleep Trophy has made a strong comeback. On his return to red-ball cricket, Ishan Kishan has entered the special list of players who have scored 4,000 or more runs in first-class cricket. His consistent performances in domestic cricket have strengthened his claim to return to the Indian Test team. In this match being played in September 2026, this innings of Kishan the head coach Gautam Gambhir and Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar has created a positive headwind.
During the match, Ishan Kishan played in an aggressive style and scored 111 runs in 135 balls at a strike rate of 82.22. During this beautiful innings, cricket fans got to see 14 fours and 1 brilliant six from his bat. This is Kishan’s 10th century in red ball cricket. His innings has shown that he is hungry for runs even in the longer format and can change the pace of the game when needed.
Outstanding statistics in first-class cricket
Ishan Kishan has played a total of 67 first-class matches so far. He has scored 4,063 runs in 109 innings at an impressive average of around 40. He has 10 centuries and 19 fifties, with an innings of 273 runs as his highest in a single match. These figures testify to his ability and experience.
Big challenge against Gambhir and Agarkar
Internationally, Ishan Kishan has played 2 Test matches for the Indian team so far. He has scored 78 runs in 3 innings at a strong average of 78.00, with 52 not out being his highest score. Currently there is intense competition for the wicketkeeper-batsman position in the Indian team. If Ishan continues to score runs like this, it will be extremely difficult for selectors and coaches to keep him out of the Test team.