Young wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan will be keen to present his case in the upcoming three-match ODI series against Zimbabwe after being left out of the Asia Cup 2022 squad. Ahead of the start of the series, Ishan won hearts with his heartwarming gesture toward an Indian fan.

Ishan had a pleasant encounter with a fan who also came from his hometown, Patna. The southpaw was one of the batters who came out for the practice session on Tuesday. This is where Ishan got to meet a fan named Ashish from Patna.

The fan, who was patiently waiting outside the gate, shouted after Ishan finished his batting practice. The Indian cricketer stopped and turned back to meet the fan. During the interaction, the fan said that he is a huge fan of the India opener. The two also had a chat where Ishan Kishan came to know that the fan also comes from Patna’s Kankarbagh.

“Ishan bhai… Patna, Patna,” the fan started to shout to get Ishan’s attention. The batter heard the fan and replied, “Sahi hai paaji. Main bhi Patna se hu (That is good brother. I am from Patna too).”

The fan went then continued: “I am a friend of Yashasvi.” Then, Kishan said: “Idhar kya kar rahe ho phir? (What are you doing there then)“.

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Later the fan revealed that he knows a friend of Ishan Kishan and that he has travelled here to watch the cricketer play.

“My name is Ashish, nickname Sonu. I am a resident of Patna and have come here to support Ishan Kishan and the Indian team. I will watch all three matches. We all are really happy that we are getting to see the players practice. I actually know a friend of Ishan. His name is Yashasvi,” the fan told the reporter.

Ishan Kishan will be under the spotlight when the ODI series gets underway on August 18 at the Harare Sports Club.

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