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Why Ishan Kishan's century against Afghanistan may spook Kohli, Rahul, Shreyas Iyer
Published on Jun 18, 2026 04:57 pm IST
Ishan Kishan roared back into the ODI spotlight with a sensational century against Afghanistan in the second ODI in Lucknow, strengthening his case for India's ODI World Cup squad.Drafted into the playing XI after Virat Kohli was ruled out with a hamstring injury, Ishan made the opportunity count in style. Batting alongside Shubman Gill, he smashed 125 off just 79 balls, sharing a stunning 224-run partnership for the third wicket. After reaching his fifty in 53 deliveries, he raced to his century in just 19 more balls with a breathtaking display of power-hitting.
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