Ishan Kishan: India’s Dynamic Wicketkeeper‑Batter

Ishan Kishan is a left‑handed wicketkeeper‑batter from India, known for his aggressive stroke play and fearless approach at the top of the order. A product of Jharkhand cricket, he rose to prominence through the U‑19 World Cup (2016) and the Indian Premier League (IPL), where his explosive batting made him a household name.

    Personal Profile

  • Full Name: Ishan Pranav Kumar Pandey Kishan
  • Born: 18 July 1998, Patna, Bihar, India
  • Age: 27 years (as of 2026)
  • Height: 5 ft 6 in (168 cm)
  • Batting Style: Left‑handed
  • Bowling Style: Occasional off‑break/leg‑break
  • Role: Wicketkeeper‑batter
  • Domestic Teams: Jharkhand, India A, India U‑19
  • Franchise Teams: Gujarat Lions (2016–17), Mumbai Indians (2018–24), Sunrisers Hyderabad (2025–present), Nottinghamshire (2025)

Ishan Kishan Statistics

Ishan Kishan

Format Matches Runs Average 100s/50s Highest Score Catches/Stumpings
Tests 2 78 78.0 0/1 52* 5/–
ODIs 27 933 42.4 1/7 210 20/–
T20Is 41 1,187 29.7 1/9 103 25/–
IPL 119 2,998 29.1 1/17 106 50+/–

    Career Highlights

  • International Debut: T20I debut vs England (Mar 2021); ODI debut vs Sri Lanka (Jul 2021); Test debut vs West Indies (Jul 2023).
  • Double Century: Scored a record‑breaking 210 vs Bangladesh in ODIs (2022), becoming the youngest to hit a double century in ODIs.
  • IPL Stardom: Key player for Mumbai Indians, known for explosive knocks in the powerplay.
  • Franchise Shift: Joined Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2025, continuing his IPL journey.
  • U‑19 Captaincy: Led India in the 2016 ICC U‑19 World Cup.

    Style of Play

  • Batting: Aggressive opener, thrives on quick scoring, strong on pulls and lofted drives.
  • Wicketkeeping: Agile and reliable, adds balance to team composition.
  • Temperament: Fearless, often takes on bowlers early in the innings.

    Net Worth & Career Outlook

  • Estimated Net Worth (2026): $8–10 million USD (from IPL contracts, endorsements, and national team earnings).
  • Future: At 27, Kishan is entering his prime years. His aggressive batting and wicketkeeping versatility keep him in contention for India’s white‑ball squads.

Conclusion

Ishan Kishan represents the new generation of Indian cricketers—fearless, aggressive, and franchise‑hardened. His double century in ODIs and IPL exploits underline his potential to be a long‑term match‑winner for India.

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