He is anticipated to partake in the DY Patil tournament before IPL 2024, though there has been no indication of his participation in the Ranji Trophy.
Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Ishan Kishan has been inactive since November 2023 and is not participating in domestic cricket matches. This absence makes his comeback to the team appear challenging.
Moreover, the BCCI is dissatisfied with certain players’ reluctance to engage in domestic cricket. Consequently, the board has adopted a strict stance, issuing clear instructions to players outside the Indian team to participate in the upcoming Ranji Trophy matches.
Ishan Kishan is currently occupied with preparations for the IPL. Following his exclusion from the team after the South Africa tour, it’s been reported that team management advised him to participate in domestic cricket to secure a comeback.
However, the wicketkeeper-batsman declined to engage in first-class cricket. Presently, he is observed gearing up for IPL 2024 in Baroda, where he has been spotted practicing alongside IPL team captain Hardik Pandya and Krunal Pandya.
The BCCI has issued stringent directives stipulating that players outside the Indian team must rejoin their respective Ranji teams before the next round commences on February 16.
Ishan Kishan’s return is possible in this tournament
Meanwhile, news has come that Ishan Kishan will be seen playing in the DY Patil tournament before IPL 2024. However, no information has been received yet about the young player playing in the Ranji Trophy. According to media reports, Ishan Kishan retired due to cricket. He did not give time to his family, so he took leave from cricket for so long. During this period, he stayed away from cricket. It is being claimed that he can be seen playing in the DY Patil tournament.
What did Dravid say about Kishan’s return?
In his career representing India thus far, Ishan Kishan has participated in two Tests, 27 ODIs, and 32 T20 International matches, accumulating 78, 933, and 796 runs, respectively. The team’s head coach, Rahul Dravid, recently announced Ishan Kishan’s comeback. However, during the discussion, Dravid emphasized the necessity for Kishan to play’some cricket’ to earn a place in the team. Dravid stated, “There’s a clear path for everyone’s return. Whenever he feels ready, he needs to engage in some cricket and make a comeback. It’s up to him to decide when he’ll resume playing. We’re not imposing anything on him.”
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