While most cricketers have polite comebacks to their previous careers (most of these include lengthy 40-over matches, numerous guarded fifties, and years before receiving an acknowledgment), there is no one like Ishan Kishan; he will smash down the door.
On December 24, at Ahmedabad, the wicket-keeper from Jharkhand did not just show that he had found his bat again; he detonated it. When batting at 6 in a Vijay Hazare Trophy match against Karnataka, Ishan Kishan shattered traditional cricket thought by hitting a 33-ball century and finishing on 125 off 39 balls, as Jharkhand scored 412 / 9; clearly much more than shown on the scoreboard.
A Hundred That Bent Indian History
Kishan has recorded the fastest 100 by an Indian for List A with his 33-ball century, surpassing Sakibul Gani’s 32-ball mark, and the previous best for India of 35 balls set by Anmolpreet Singh. Although Kishan is only one ball quicker than Anmolpreet, this remains a major achievement for Kishan as he is now only one of two players from India to break the 35-ball mark in first-class 50-over cricket, demonstrating that explosive batting is no longer unique to T20 Leagues.
Global Company, Elite Territory
Zoom out beyond Indian borders, and the innings gains further sheen. The fastest List A hundred remains Jake Fraser-McGurk’s 29-ball assault in 2023–24, followed by AB de Villiers’ iconic 31-ball masterclass and Sakibul Gani’s recent surge. Kishan now sits fourth on that all-time list. In a format designed for pacing, he joined a global club defined by defiant players who treat overs as optional suggestions.
Sixes That Reframed Indian Power-Hitting
Fourteen sixes. That’s not a cameo, that’s a statement. Kishan now ranks third among Indians for most sixes in a 50-over innings, behind only Rohit Sharma’s 16 against Australia in 2013 and the 15-hit efforts of Ruturaj Gaikwad and Vaibhav Suryavanshi. The company is telling. These aren’t sloggers; they’re batters who dictate tempo. Kishan’s strike wasn’t about survival; it was about domination, matching names like Chris Gayle and Corey Anderson on the broader List A canvas.
No.6, No Hesitation
Fast centuries usually belong to top-order batters with time and freedom. Kishan did it at No.6. That’s what makes this knock historically disruptive. The fastest List A hundred by a batter in that position now belongs to him. After opening in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, Kishan slipped down the order without diluting intent. Same mindset, fewer balls, greater damage, a skill increasingly vital in modern white-ball cricket.
Gloves On, Records Falling
Wicketkeepers rarely top fastest-hundred charts. AB de Villiers’ 31-ball masterpiece against West Indies remains the gold standard. Kishan’s effort now sits second-fastest by a wicketkeeper in List A history. Like de Villiers in Johannesburg, Kishan combined leadership, gloves, and unrestrained batting. The parallel isn’t accidental; it underlines how modern wicketkeepers are no longer facilitators but frontline disruptors.
Ishan Kishan’s 39-ball 125 wasn’t about reclaiming a spot; it was about redefining his value. By scoring faster than specialists, from lower-than-usual positions, while keeping wickets, he answered questions India hadn’t yet finalized. Can aggression survive outside the top three? Can wicketkeepers double as finishers? Can domestic cricket still influence international hierarchies? Kishan ticked every box in one afternoon.
Key Takeaway
Ishan Kishan’s comeback isn’t built on patience; it’s powered by controlled chaos.
FAQs
- What made Ishan Kishan’s century historically significant?
It was the second-fastest List A hundred by an Indian and the fastest ever by a No.6 batter.
- Why is this innings important for India’s T20 plans?
It showcased role flexibility, middle-order firepower, and wicketkeeping impact, key 2026 T20 World Cup traits.
- How does Kishan compare globally after this knock?
He now ranks fourth on the all-time fastest List A hundred list, alongside AB de Villiers and Jake Fraser-McGurk.
Disclaimer: This blog post reflects the author’s personal insights and analysis. Readers are encouraged to consider the perspectives shared and draw their own conclusions.
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