Ishan Kishan leads East Zone to Duleep Trophy title after 14-year wait

Duleep Trophy triumph

East Zone end a 14-year wait and win the Duleep Trophy for the third time, marking a historic turnaround for the regional side.

Times of India reports Ishan Kishan’s East Zone won the Duleep Trophy after 13 years on a first-innings lead over South Zone, with Kishan’s experience proving vital in the final stages.

The victory ends a long title drought and re-establishes East Zone among India’s top domestic performers.