IPL 2026: ‘My best is yet to come’- Ishan Kishan sends warning after match-winning 74 vs RR
Ishan Kishan, Player of the Match, revealed his simple approach after Sunrisers Hyderabad's thrilling chase of 229. He emphasized batting freedom and confidence, crediting openers Head and Abhishek for a strong powerplay. Kishan, who shared a crucial partnership with Abhishek, downplayed his current form, stating his best is yet to come.
Sunrisers Hyderabad wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan played a composed yet aggressive hand in their thrilling five-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals, as he reflected on leadership, batting freedom and chasing a massive target of 229. Speaking after being named Player of the Match for his 31-ball 74, Kishan made it clear that captaincy had not changed his approach. “No, I think as a wicket-keeper also you've got to do the same job.
So I was just keeping it simple because I felt that it's a very good wicket to bat on and we just tried to restrict them under 230 and we were able to do that,” he said. On handing back leadership duties to Pat Cummins, Kishan was full of respect for the Australian captain. “It was quite fun leading the side for seven games and Pat coming in, giving us that extra bowling power.
So I was really happy when he was coming in the team anyway because he's such a tremendous captain anyway. So I was just thinking about my batting and wicket-keeping more than leadership,” he added. Reflecting on SRH’s aggressive batting approach against the Rajasthan attack, Kishan said confidence and clarity were key.
“You just have to keep on watching the ball and play your shots. You can't get into a zone where you have fear of failure. You just have to keep it simple and play your game.