Despite the ongoing discussion regarding his non-participation in the Afghanistan T20Is, Ishan Kishan is the leading contender to secure the wicketkeeper’s position in the England Tests. This decision is driven by BCCI’s intention to ease the burden on Rahul.
There is a silver lining for Ishan Kishan but with a condition. The Indian team management has reportedly decided to relieve KL Rahul from keeping duties in Test matches, making Kishan the front-runner to grab the spot in the upcoming five-match series against England
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India head coach Rahul Dravid, however, made it clear that there was no disciplinary action taken against Ishan Kishan . “Absolutely no disciplinary issue. Ishan Kishan not available for selection. Ishan requested for a break, which we agreed in South Africa. We supported it. He has not yet made himself available. When he is available, he will play domestic cricket and make himself available for selection.
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Earlier, reports claimed that the Indian team management was not happy after Kishan was spotted partying in Dubai using the leaves granted for his ‘mental fatigue’. Kishan has been asking for a break from national duties ever since the ODI World Cup last year. The talented keeper-batter has been a regular part of the Indian side in all three formats in the last 13 months.