India, Sept. 7 -- Ishan Kishan played a blinder of an innings on the opening day of the Duleep Trophy final against South Zone at the Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Sunday. The East Zone captain scored 111 not out as the team closed day one on 385/4 in full control of the contest. His eagerness to play red-ball cricket and do well is a clear indication that he wants to be an all-format player, looking to represent India in Tests as well.

Kishan hasn't played Tests since July 2023, but ever since his return to international cricket after disciplinary issues that same year, he looks like a man on a mission. Since January, he has become an integral part of the T20I team. His performances in the 2026 T20 World Cup were pivotal to India's ...