Even before IPL 2025, Ishan Kishan has showcased a trailer of his new avatar. This former formidable batsman of Mumbai Indians will now be seen playing for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH).
Sports News: Ishan Kishan has already given a glimpse of his new avatar before IPL 2025. This former powerful batsman of Mumbai Indians will now be seen playing for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). The franchise bought him for ₹11.40 crore, and it seems he is fully prepared to justify their decision. His recent performance in intra-squad practice matches has already put opposing teams on alert.
Dominating Practice Matches
Sunrisers Hyderabad organized intra-squad matches for their players, and Ishan Kishan's bat did the talking.
He played a whirlwind innings of 64 runs off 23 balls in one match.
In another match, he smashed 70 runs off 30 balls, demolishing the bowlers.
In his third innings, he scored 49 runs off 19 balls, hinting at his explosive form.
In the fourth match, he scored an unbeaten 64 runs off 33 balls, impressing everyone.
This aggressive style clearly indicates that Ishan Kishan is set to provide SRH with a blistering start in the opening.
Will he be a game-changer for SRH?
Ishan Kishan has played 105 IPL matches so far, scoring 2644 runs. During this time, he has hit 16 half-centuries, with his highest score being 99 runs. However, his performance in the 2024 season was average, scoring 320 runs in 14 matches with only one half-century.
Sunrisers Hyderabad have struggled consistently in the past few seasons, but the inclusion of an explosive batsman like Ishan Kishan will significantly strengthen their batting lineup. The captain and coaching staff will be encouraged by his excellent form and his ability to put pressure on bowlers as soon as the tournament begins.
