India wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan has acknowledged that the team must address its slowdown in the middle overs and adapt more effectively to English playing conditions after suffering a defeat to England in the second T20I. The comments came after India’s four-wicket loss in a closely contested match that exposed batting and bowling inconsistencies during crucial phases of play.

India’s recent T20I form has come under scrutiny, with the side failing to win four of their last five matches. After earlier losses to Ireland and a washed-out opening match against England, the second T20I saw India struggle to maintain momentum despite a promising start. The visitors reached 65 for 2 in the powerplay but managed only 32 runs between overs 7 and 10, before another slowdown in the death overs further restricted their total.

Speaking after the match, Kishan pointed out that England’s familiarity with local conditions gave them a clear advantage in decision-making and execution. He stressed that Indian batters must collectively identify opportunities to score additional runs in the middle overs, either through boundary options or better strike rotation, to remain competitive in high-pressure games abroad.

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The turning point in the match came during the 17th over, when England batter Jacob Bethell, who went on to score an unbeaten 76 off 46 balls, capitalised on two no-balls bowled by Ravi Bishnoi and hit three consecutive sixes. The over shifted momentum decisively in England’s favour, helping them complete the chase of 191 with an over to spare despite earlier pressure from the Indian bowling attack.

Kishan admitted that such errors proved costly in a short format like T20 cricket, where a few deliveries can change the outcome of a match. He, however, defended the team’s overall bowling effort, noting that India had executed their plans for most of the innings but failed to close out key moments. He also credited Bethell for his composure and ability to assess the situation before accelerating at the right time.

The wicketkeeper-batter also reflected on India’s broader mindset, saying that while the losing streak affects morale, the team remains focused on continuous improvement. He emphasised the importance of staying process-driven rather than fixating on results, adding that consistent self-assessment and collective learning would be key to turning performances around in upcoming matches.

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