‘Bahut badi musibat…’, Ishan Kishan’s family in deep sorrow after India’s T20 World Cup victory, what exactly happened?

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In this collection of pictures, we shall know why Ishan Kishan's family is in deep sorrow after India's T20 World Cup victory. Let's dive in.

Ishan Kishan played while dealing with a major personal tragedy

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During the T20 World Cup 2026 final against New Zealand on Sunday, Ishan Kishan played while dealing with a major personal tragedy. According to a report from The Times of India, Ishan Kishan's cousin and brother-in-law passed away in a car accident the Friday before the big game. (PIC - X)

Why Ishan Kishan's father did come Ahmedabad to watch the final?

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Because of this accident Ishan Kishan's father Pranav Pandey could not travel to Ahmedabad to watch the final. Kishan wanted to go home to be with his family but he stayed to fulfill his duty of playing in the World Cup final. (PIC - X)

Ishan Kishan father statement

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"Anarth ho gaya. Hum log bahut badi musibat mein hain (Something terrible has happened. We are in a very big problem)," Kishan's father told Times of India. (PIC - X)

Ishan Kishan father added

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"We are all in shock. Ishan wanted to visit us, but he couldn't return because of the final. He is absolutely distraught," Pranav Pandey further said. (PIC - X)

Ishan Kishan did not have his usual high energy

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Reports say that during practice before the match, Ishan Kishan did not have his usual high energy. His batting practice was also shorter than normal. Many of his teammates came over to comfort him and give him support. (PIC - X)

Ishan Kishan played amazingly in the 2026 T20 World Cup final

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Despite his personal loss, Ishan Kishan played amazingly in the 2026 T20 World Cup final on Sunday. Batting at number three, the left-handed player showed no fear and scored 54 runs in just 25 balls. (PIC - X)