Two Fifties. One Question — Is Ishan Kishan Facing a Silent Snub?

International News: While India prepares for the second Test, Ishan Kishan is crafting a comeback story overseas. Representing Nottinghamshire in the County Championship, the 26-year-old wicketkeeper-batsman smashed two fifties in two matches. His latest innings — a gritty 77 against Somerset — came off 128 balls and included 8 crisp boundaries and 2 towering sixes. Earlier, he scored 87 against Yorkshire. Though a brief county stint, Kishan’s return to form couldn’t have come at a better time, especially when Team India is testing bench strength in all formats.

Second Fifty, Stronger Statement

Kishan's latest knock wasn’t just about numbers — it showed control, temperament, and confidence. Batting in English conditions, often tricky for subcontinental players, he looked unfazed. Facing a sharp Somerset bowling attack, Kishan rotated strike efficiently and punished anything loose. His timing on the front foot was especially crisp, a strong indicator that the left-hander is back in form. This wasn’t a casual cameo; it was a structured, calculated knock — and it did not go unnoticed.

A second successive Notts fifty for Ishan!

Notts 322/4.#SOMvNOT | 📺 https://t.co/ftM1uoc6RV pic.twitter.com/gjx0sAJdH6

— Notts Outlaws (@TrentBridge) July 1, 2025

Short Stint, Big Impact

Kishan had signed only a two-match deal with Nottinghamshire, stepping in for South African keeper Kyle Verreynne. But in just those two outings, he made his presence felt. While his county stint is now complete, the impact it leaves could ripple all the way to the Indian selection table. Not every comeback requires a long innings — sometimes, a solid 77 in English overcast skies says more than a thousand words.

New balls please 🎾

After four deliveries with the new cherry, Ishan sends one skyward 🚀#SOMvNOT | 📺 https://t.co/ftM1uoc6RV pic.twitter.com/TVmKABShhj

— Notts Outlaws (@TrentBridge) July 1, 2025

Message Sent to Selectors

Two back-to-back fifties under pressure are no coincidence. For Kishan, who was recently out of the national squad, this stint was more than just a game — it was a message. A message to the selectors that he hasn’t faded. That he’s match-fit, mentally ready, and hungry. With India rotating keepers and experimenting with combinations, Kishan’s timely knock could tip the scales in his favor.

Form, Fitness, and Focus Return

Kishan’s body language on the field has also changed. From tentative to assertive, his movements behind the stumps and strokeplay both speak of a man who’s moved on from setbacks. Having faced criticism for inconsistency and injuries, the 26-year-old is now rebuilding brick by brick. England’s green pitches are no easy ground for such redemption — and that makes his recent scores all the more significant.

Eyes Back on Blue Jersey

With white-ball World Cups and red-ball Test cycles looming, India is hunting for multi-skilled, consistent performers. Kishan ticks both boxes. Whether he makes a return in ODIs or even Tests remains to be seen. But this county stint has reignited the conversation around him. One thing’s for sure — he’s back in the radar, not with words, but with willow.