Ishan Kishan is reportedly gearing up for a return to competitive cricket after a two-month hiatus.
During this break, Kishan has been training in Vadodara at the Reliance Cricket Stadium, alongside Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya, in preparation for his anticipated comeback.
Kishan's absence from recent cricketing engagements, including the Afghanistan series and the five-match Test against England, had sparked speculation and raised questions.
However, those close to the player suggest that this break has been beneficial for him, allowing him to spend quality time with his family and rejuvenate himself mentally. The constant travel and the heartbreak of the ICC ODI World Cup had taken a toll on Kishan, and this break has provided him with the opportunity to recharge and refocus
“The break has done wonders to him. He has rented a flat in Vadodara. His entire family barring his elder brother (Raj) who is a surgeon in Lucknow, everyone is staying with him. The family is completely backing him in this tough time. He has been constantly on the road since making his international debut. He always used to crib a lot about not being able to eat food cooked by his mother. Now he is getting it three times a day. He is spending time with Viraj, his nephew, which has made him very relaxed and he is enjoying the company of his family members” a source told The Indian Express.
“He had never complained about it but the ODI World Cup final loss in Ahmedabad, like the billions in our country, has left him shattered. He wanted the break right after the tournament but was asked by the management to play and he did it without asking any questions. He tried to push his body and brain but mental fatigue caught up with him and it was only then that he requested a break.”
Will Ishan Kishan make a comeback at the DY Patil tournament?
Questions have emerged regarding Kishan's absence from the Ranji Trophy, leading to speculations about his priorities concerning the Indian Premier League (IPL) over domestic matches.
BCCI secretary Jay Shah's recent warning to top cricketers about the significance of domestic cricket for national team selection has added fuel to these discussions. However, those close to Kishan refute these claims, asserting that Kishan has always valued the Ranji Trophy and has actively participated in domestic matches when feasible.
The much-anticipated comeback of Ishan Kishan is set to take place in the DY Patil T20 tournament, according to multiple sources. Kishan aims to reclaim his spot in the Indian cricket team, with a specific focus on securing a position in the T20 World Cup squad.
He intends to request a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the board and will represent the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in the tournament. With a strong performance in the IPL, Kishan hopes to solidify his position at least in the shortest format of the game.
“He will ask for a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the board. He will be playing for the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). He wants to earn his spot in India’s T20 World Cup squad with a good outing in the IPL. It is a long road but the hunger to play cricket is back and he wants to play in all three formats,” said a source.