Ishan Kishan to Lead Jharkhand in Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025/26

• Star wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan has been appointed captain of Jharkhand for the upcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025/26 season by JSCA.
• The VHT 2025/26 season commences on December 24, with Jharkhand's first match against Karnataka in Ahmedabad.
• Kishan recently led Jharkhand to their maiden Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy title, scoring 517 runs including a match-winning 101 in the final.
• His stellar performance earned him a recall to the Indian squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 as the second wicketkeeper-batter.
• Chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar praised Kishan's form and past achievements, noting his double hundred in one-day cricket.

Why It Matters: Ishan Kishan's captaincy for Jharkhand and India recall highlight his strong form and leadership.