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Shubman Gill and Ishan Kishan form key partnership in ODI against Afghanistan

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Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Shubman Gill and Ishan Kishan form key partnership in ODI against Afghanistan

Summary

Shubman Gill and Ishan Kishan amassed a 224-run partnership for India in their ODI against Afghanistan in Lucknow on June 18, 2026. Their stand occurred in extreme heat, with temperatures over 40 degrees Celsius, showcasing a left-right batting combination that coach Gautam Gambhir views as vital heading towards the 2027 World Cup. Gill scored 154 runs, while Kishan contributed 125. The innings displayed a mix of classical and aggressive batting styles, leaving the team in a strong position as they seek a high total in the match.

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•Gill scored 154 runs off 110 balls; Kishan made 125 runs.
•Their partnership of 224 runs is among India's highest for the third wicket.
•Match played in Lucknow under extreme heat conditions.
•India's batting order featured a left-right combination as part of a strategic shift.
•The two achieved their centuries in the same over.

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Shubman Gill and Ishan Kishan's 224-run stand against Afghanistan in Lucknow was more than just a batting masterclass. In unforgiving conditions, with the temperature constantly hovering above 40 degrees, the duo showcased why the left-right combination could be central to their ODI plans heading into the 2027 World Cup.
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