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Ishan Kishan's century helps India secure series against Afghanistan

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Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Ishan Kishan's century helps India secure series against Afghanistan

Summary

Ishan Kishan scored a remarkable 125 runs off 79 balls, leading India to a 170-run victory over Afghanistan in the second ODI on June 18, 2026. His innings, combined with Shubman Gill's 154, resulted in India posting a total of 402. Kishan's strong performance reflects his adaptability and improvement in batting. India secured a 2-0 lead in the three-match series with one game remaining.

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By the Numbers

•Ishan Kishan scored 125 runs, showcasing aggressive batting.
•Shubman Gill contributed a total of 154 runs.
•India posted a total of 402 runs in this ODI.
•Afghanistan was bowled out for 232 runs in response.
•India leads the three-match series 2-0.

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Graeme Swann lauded Ishan Kishan's exceptional century, a blistering 125 off 79 balls, which was instrumental in India's commanding 170-run victory over Afghanistan. Kishan's remarkable innings, featuring a rapid transition from circumspect play to aggressive stroke-making, showcased his adaptability and improved batting prowess. This performance, alongside Shubman Gill's 154, propelled India to a massive total and secured the series.
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