During the much-anticipated India-Pakistan cricket match, the focus initially shifted to Indian opener Abhishek Sharma, who was considered a major threat to the Pakistani bowling attack. However, Sharma was dismissed for a duck on the very last ball of the first over, providing notable relief to the Pakistani bowlers and fans. His early exit was a crucial moment, as Sharma is known for his explosive batting style and could have created significant momentum for India.

Following his dismissal, Ishan Kishan took charge and scored a remarkable 77 runs off 40 balls, with an aggressive strike rate of 192.50. His innings included 10 fours and 3 sixes, and he reached his fifty in just 27 balls. Kishan's fiery batting performance allowed India to set a challenging target of 175/7, which was deemed 30-35 runs more than par on the pitch. His ability to dominate the Pakistani spinners, such as Sam Ayoub and Shadab Khan, showcased his skill and composure under pressure.

As a result of Kishan's stellar performance, he received a wave of appreciation on Pakistani social media platforms. Several Pakistani users and cricket analysts, including Pakistan's coach Mike Hesson, spoke highly of Kishan, stating that he had single-handedly taken the game away from them. Descriptive phrases such as 'game-changer' and 'out of syllabus' were used to convey the impact of his innings, signifying the respect and recognition he garnered even from competing fans and experts.