Ahead of the series against South Africa, young cricketer Ishan Kishan decided to opt out of the Indian team, citing mental fatigue. Although the team management understood his decision, Kishan has not yet made himself available for selection, adding an element of uncertainty to his future involvement.
Recent reports suggest that Ishan Kishan expressed dissatisfaction with the selection of Jitesh Sharma in the T20Is, which may potentially complicate his position in the playing XI. Despite being excused from the Indian team, Kishan has not participated in the Ranji Trophy for Jharkhand. Instead, he is currently engaged in training with Hardik Pandya and Krunal Pandya at the Reliance Stadium in Baroda, with a likely return expected during the Indian Premier League.
As the T20 lineup takes shape, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rohit Sharma appear to be the favored opening pair, followed by Virat Kohli and Suryakumar Yadav. This scenario leaves little room for Ishan Kishan in the top order, prompting the team management to support Jitesh Sharma, who possesses the ability to play impactful innings lower down the order. Reports from RevSportz suggest that Kishan, discontent with this decision, expressed a desire to be excluded from the squad.
While Kishan remains on the sidelines, Jitesh Sharma has performed well in the limited opportunities he has received, showcasing sharp wicketkeeping skills. His aspirations include securing a spot in the T20 World Cup, set to commence on June 1. However, achieving this goal hinges on an outstanding season with Punjab Kings in the IPL, as he faces competition from the likes of KL Rahul and Ishan Kishan for a place in the national team.
India’s head coach, Rahul Dravid, has confirmed that Ishan Kishan will not be considered for the remaining three Test matches against England, as he has yet to participate in professional cricket since withdrawing from the South Africa tour. The situation adds further intrigue to Kishan’s ongoing absence from the playing arena.
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