Kishan's century secures opener spot, Sanju waits in wings

Ishan Kishan has made a splash with a stunning century, securing his place as an opener for the T20 World Cup 2026. Aakash Chopra says Sanju Samson will have to sit this one out after a quiet six. India set New Zealand a massive target of 272 and won by 46 runs, proving Kishan's hard work has truly paid off.

Quick rundown

1.Ishan Kishan's century seals his spot as opener for T20 World Cup 2026.

2.Sanju Samson remains on the sidelines as Kishan shines.

3.India wins series 4-1 against New Zealand with a 46-run victory.

4.Kishan's hard work pays off after a three-year absence from the team.

5.Ishan Kishan's comeback story is a testament to timing and opportunity.

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Ishan Kishan's Cosmic Comeback: A T20I Spectacle Unleashed
Ladies and gentlemen, step right up! Witness the meteoric rise of Ishan Kishan in the T20I showdown against New Zealand! With destiny on his side, he blasted 103 runs off just 43 balls, sending shockwaves through the cricketing universe! With a total of 215 runs in the series, Kishan didn’t just play; he dominated! Can you feel the energy? This is cricket history in the making!
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Aakash Chopra declares Kishan undroppable after T20 triumph
Aakash Chopra declares Kishan undroppable after T20 triumph
Hold onto your hats, sports fans! Ishan Kishan just blasted 76 runs off 32 balls in a T20 clash against New Zealand, propelling India to a seven-wicket victory! Aakash Chopra is on fire, suggesting an all-lefty top order with Kishan, Abhishek Sharma, and Tilak Varma! Can anyone dare to bench this dynamo? The drama is just heating up!
06:15 am on Saturday, 24 January, 2026
Aakash Chopra's Bold Prediction: Ishan Kishan's T20 Comeback
Aakash Chopra's Bold Prediction: Ishan Kishan's T20 Comeback
Listen up, folks! Aakash Chopra, a tremendous guy, just announced that Ishan Kishan, a real superstar, will bat at No. 3 against New Zealand on January 21 in Nagpur. With Tilak Varma out, Kishan's in—fantastic choice! If he performs, he could be the T20 World Cup star in 2026. I told you, he's back, folks! Just wait and see!
07:10 pm on Tuesday, 20 January, 2026
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Kishan's Dazzling Century: A Magical Call for 2026 T20 Cup
In a thrilling clash of cricketing sorcery, the legendary Ravichandran Ashwin celebrated the young spellcaster Ishan Kishan after India's grand victory over New Zealand by 46 runs in the fifth T20I. Kishan, with a flick of his wand, scored a dazzling 103 runs off just 42 balls, casting a spell of 239.53! Ashwin proclaimed it a magical message for the selectors, as Kishan emerged from his training in the shadows, ready to dazzle at the T20 World Cup 2026.
09:10 pm on Saturday, 31 January, 2026
Ishan Kishan Lights Up Raipur with 76 Runs, Chasing Victory
Ishan Kishan Lights Up Raipur with 76 Runs, Chasing Victory
Yo, Ishan Kishan was on fire in Raipur, droppin’ a smooth 76 off just 32 balls, helpin’ India chase down 209 runs like it’s a Sunday stroll. Sadagoppan Ramesh was feelin’ the heat, sayin’ Kishan’s got that killer instinct, ready to shine bright in the T20 World Cup. If Sanju’s slippin’, Kishan’s the G you want on your squad, fo’ shizzle!
08:15 am on Saturday, 24 January, 2026

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