Ishan Kishan is a dynamic left-handed batsman and wicketkeeper, currently rising through the ranks of Indian cricket. Known for his aggressive batting style, Ishan plays domestic cricket for Jharkhand and gained national attention when he captained the Indian Under-19 team during the 2016 World Cup. Due to his consistent performance, he was included in India’s squad for the 2023 ODI World Cup.
Early Life and Family
Born on July 18, 1998, in Patna, Bihar, Ishan’s full name is Ishan Pranav Kumar Pandey Kishan. His father, Pranav Kumar Pandey, is a builder, and his mother, Suchitra Singh, is a homemaker. Ishan’s elder brother, Raj Kishan, played a pivotal role in his career. A state-level cricketer himself, Raj gave up his own cricketing aspirations to support Ishan’s journey. Ishan’s early cricket talent was identified by coach Santosh Kumar, who even compared his potential to that of legends like MS Dhoni and Adam Gilchrist.
Education and Early Cricketing Days
Ishan completed his schooling at Delhi Public School, Patna, and later pursued a B.Com degree from Commerce College, Patna. His passion for cricket often clashed with academics—so much so that he was once expelled from school for skipping classes to play. He was named captain of his school team at just seven years old in a School World Cup match in Aligarh.
Domestic Cricket Career
Ishan began his first-class career with Jharkhand in the 2015 Ranji Trophy. He made headlines during the 2016–17 season when he scored a massive 273 against Delhi, hitting a then-record 14 sixes in a single innings. This performance fast-tracked his entry into the IPL and further boosted his reputation as a powerful hitter.
IPL Journey
Ishan was picked up by Gujarat Lions in the 2016 IPL for ₹35 lakh. In 2018, Mumbai Indians signed him for ₹6.2 crore, and he made a significant impact in the 2020 season, scoring 516 runs and hitting the most sixes. His stellar form led MI to retain him for ₹15.25 crore in the 2022 and 2023 seasons, making him one of the most expensive players in the league.
International Career
Ishan made his T20I debut for India on March 14, 2021, against England, scoring 56 runs in his first match. He debuted in ODIs on July 18, 2021, against Sri Lanka and impressed with 59 runs. In December 2022, against Bangladesh, he smashed a record-breaking 210 off 131 balls—the fastest double century in ODIs, making him the fourth Indian to achieve this feat. He debuted in Test cricket on July 12, 2023, versus West Indies.
Career Stats Summary (as of 2023)
| Format | Matches | Runs | Highest | Avg | SR | 100s | 200s | 50s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 2 | 78 | 52 | 78.0 | 85.71 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| ODI | 25 | 886 | 210 | 40.30 | 102.42 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| T20I | 29 | 686 | 89 | 30.82 | 121.63 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| IPL | 91 | 2324 | 99 | 29.58 | 134.26 | 0 | 0 | 15 |
Records and Achievements
Youngest Indian to score an ODI double century
Fastest double century in ODI history (126 balls)
Fourth Indian with a double ton in ODIs
Most runs by an Indian wicketkeeper in a T20I (89)
Most sixes in a Ranji Trophy innings (14)
Only Indian to score 50+ on both ODI and T20I debut
Personal Interests and Favorites
Favorite Cricketers: MS Dhoni, Adam Gilchrist, Virat Kohli
Food: Mutton Biryani
Movie: Tears of the Sun
Actor: Akshay Kumar
Actress: Katrina Kaif
Favorite Song: “Paper”
Favorite Venue: Wankhede Stadium
Loves Playing Against: Pakistan
Net Worth and Brand Endorsements
Ishan is a Grade C BCCI-contracted player, earning ₹1 crore annually, along with substantial IPL income. His estimated net worth is ₹60 crore. Endorsements and match fees make up a large part of his income. He endorses brands like:
CEAT Tyres
RBI
Go Noise
SG
Oppo
Blitzpools
Cars and Lifestyle
Ishan has a love for luxury cars. His collection includes:
BMW 5 Series – ₹70 lakh
Ford Mustang – ₹92 lakh
Mercedes-Benz C-Class – ₹48 lakh
Relationship
Ishan is reportedly dating model Aditi Hundia, a finalist in Miss India 2017 and Miss Supranational India 2018. Though they’ve been linked for years, Ishan hasn’t confirmed the relationship publicly.
