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Indian cricketer Ishan Kishan celebrated his 26th birthday by visiting the Shree Samadhi Mandir in Shirdi, Maharashtra and seeked blessings from Sai Baba. This visit has been widely reported and has garnered significant attention across various media platforms.
Ishan Kishan’s birthday celebration in Shirdi
Kishan turned 26 on July 18, 2024. The southpaw, who plays as a wicket-keeper batter, was photographed offering prayers at the famous spiritual site on his special day. The image of the youngster with folded hands in front of the Sai Baba shrine has gone viral on social media. Also, fans and well-wishers sent their birthday wishes to the talented player.
Removal from the BCCI’s central contract list
Despite his impressive performances for the Indian team, Kishan was recently dropped from the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) central contract list for the 2023-24 season. This decision has raised eyebrows among cricket enthusiasts, who believe the left-handed batter deserves a more secure contract, considering his consistent contributions to the national side.
However, BCCI officials clarified that the contract list is reviewed annually based on various factors, including a player’s performance, fitness, and overall contribution to the team. While Kishan’s omission from the list was disappointing, it does not necessarily reflect a permanent demotion or lack of faith in his abilities.
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Ishan Kishan’s statistics for Team India
Kishan has been a key member of the Indian T20I and ODI teams since making his debut in 2021. In his short international career so far, the young wicket-keeper batter has showcased his explosive batting abilities and has emerged as a reliable option for the team.
In T20Is, Kishan has played 32 matches, scoring 796 runs at an average of 25.67 and a strike rate of 124.37. He has scored five half-centuries and one century in the format.
In ODIs, Kishan has featured in 27 matches, amassing 933 runs at an average of 42.4 and a strike rate of 102.2. He has registered seven fifties and a century, being a double ton in the 50-over format.
Despite his impressive statistics and consistent performances, Kishan’s exclusion from the BCCI’s central contract list has raised concerns among his fans and cricket experts. Many believe the decision could be a tactical move by the selectors to keep the young player motivated and hungry for success.
