Ishan Kishan Scores 270 as East Zone Dominates Duleep Trophy Final

Ishan Kishan delivered an outstanding performance in the Duleep Trophy final, scoring 270 runs as East Zone posted a formidable total of 708 against South Zone at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. This achievement occurred on the second day of the match, demonstrating Kishan's prowess in red-ball cricket.

Kishan's innings lasted 522 minutes, during which he faced 334 balls. His remarkable score was complemented by Kumar Kushagra, who contributed significantly with a century of 101 runs. Kishan's innings included 22 fours and seven sixes, showcasing his aggressive batting style.

Despite falling short of a triple century, Kishan's performance was a highlight of the tournament. He reached his first century in just 122 balls, but the second hundred took longer as he focused on tiring the bowlers. East Zone's batting display was dominant, with Kishan forming crucial partnerships, including a 230-run stand for the fifth wicket.