'I could have scored 300 as well' - Ishan Kishan speaks his heart-out after smashing double century against Bangladesh

Ishan Kishan opens up post smashing double century against Bangladesh (Image Source: Twitter)

Ishan Kishan, the Indian batter, scored his first-ever international hundred and much to the delight of the Indian fans, the southpaw converted it into a stunning double century in the third match of the ODI series against Bangladesh on December 10, Saturday. It was a high-scoring game and the Indian superstar Virat Kohli, scored his 44th ODI century, taking his total international centuries count to 72.

To add more, the southpaw gathered 210 runs, joining hands with Kohli to put on over 200+ run partnership. Eventually, the right-handed batter scored 113 runs to his name and helped India put on the mammoth total of 409 on the board at the end of the first innings.

I got out with 15 overs left: Ishan Kishan

Eventually, post the conclusion of the innings, Kishan opened up and said that he had all it takes to score a triple century. Saying that he got out with 15 overs to spare, Kishan added that it was Kohli who advised him to play grounded shots when neared his first-ever international hundred.

"The wicket was too good to bat, and my intent was very clear. I got out with 15 overs left. I could have scored 300, as well. I am blessed to hear my name amid such legends (200 plus club). Batting with Virat Bhai, he has such a good sense of the game. He was calming me down when I was in my 90s. I wanted to bring it up with a six, but he said to get in singles as it’s your first. Had a chat with Surya bhai – he said when you bat before the game, you see the ball well. I didn’t take too much pressure on myself. Just wanted to make use of the opportunity," Kishan was quoted as saying post the first innings.

In reply, at the end of 30 overs, Bangladesh were reeling at 139/9 staring at a possible defeat. Although this defeat could come as a humiliation, it is a known fact that they have already won the series and would look to carry on with the momentum in the Test series as well.

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