Wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan made a sensational comeback to red-ball cricket, smashing a stunning 86-ball century during the Buchi Babu Tournament 2024 match against Madhya Pradesh. The Jharkhand skipper, who led from the front, scored an aggressive 114 off just 107 balls, featuring 10 sixes and 5 fours. Among his remarkable shots, the most eye-catching was a jaw-dropping one-handed six that quickly went viral on social media.

The one-handed six by Ishan Kishan

The standout moment of Kishan’s innings came when he faced spinner Adheer Pratap Singh. Despite not fully reaching the pitch of the ball, Kishan charged down the wicket and, with one hand off the bat, sent the ball soaring over the boundary. This audacious shot highlighted his confidence and skill, leaving fans and experts in awe. The video clip of this extraordinary shot quickly made waves on social media, underscoring Kishan’s explosive return to form.

Here’s the video:

Ishan Kishan hits a century in his comeback match! Well done Skip! pic.twitter.com/aRBnCZgRsI

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A swift century that changed the game

Kishan’s innings began when Jharkhand was at a precarious position, 108/3, effectively four down with opener Vikash Vishal retired hurt. Kishan initially took his time to settle, cautiously moving to 15 off 37 balls. However, once he found his rhythm, there was no stopping him. He accelerated rapidly, reaching his half-century in just 60 balls. Kishan then unleashed a barrage of powerful shots, adding 54 more runs in just 26 deliveries. His century, reached with the one-handed six, was a masterclass in aggressive red-ball batting, helping Jharkhand take a crucial 64 runs lead.

The road to redemption

Kishan’s return to domestic cricket is particularly significant, considering the challenges he faced earlier this year. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had excluded him from the central contracts list after he chose not to participate in the latter stages of the Ranji Trophy, despite repeated instructions. Additionally, Kishan had opted out of the Test series against South Africa, citing mental health reasons, and had not represented India since the T20I series against Australia in November 2023. Kishan will next feature in the upcoming Duleep Trophy and will play for Team D squad, led by Shreyas Iyer.

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