Ishan Kishan is no longer the same funny, happy go lucky, cricketer who was a class clown of sorts; he’s a far more serious and determined cricketer who seems ready for - and is delivering - on key big challenges for his national cricket team. The same was actually admired by the man himself at the back of what was another timely and gentle reminder to us fans about his batting prowess. Last evening, he took just 24 deliveries to score a winsome 61. And that would eventually pave a monumental way towards a really tall 200 plus team total that seemed beyond Namibia’s reach.

In modern cricket, talent alone is rarely enough to guarantee long-term success. Discipline, maturity, and mental growth often define the difference between potential and sustained performance.

When Ishan Kishan said, “I think I am a changed man now, earlier I used to joke around 24×7 but now it's just 2 or 3 hours, I am focusing more on batting and my wicket keeping,” he offered a glimpse into his personal and professional evolution.  

By admitting that he has reduced his playful moments and increased his focus on the game, Kishan signals a conscious shift in priorities. It is not about losing his personality; rather, it is about channeling his energy in the right direction. The Dual Responsibility As a wicketkeeper-batsman, Kishan carries double responsibility.

Behind the stumps, he must maintain concentration for long periods, react sharply to edges, and guide bowlers.

With the bat, especially in limited-overs cricket, he is often expected to provide explosive starts or stabilize innings under pressure.

As the tournament wears and there are quite a few games still left, Ishan Kishan’s blazing form up the order will hold the key to determine India’s progress in what lies ahead.

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There’s hardly a surprise as to why they are being pipped to defend their World Cup crown in the mega ICC event.