India faces wicketkeeper selection dilemma if Kishan returns to squad

India's selection committee faces a complex puzzle should opener-cum-wicketkeeper Ishan Kishan return to international cricket after his absence from the national side. With multiple candidates vying for the wicketkeeper's role in various formats, his return would necessitate a careful review of the squad composition and batting order.

Currently, India has relied on established wicketkeepers to fill the role across different formats. The competition for the position has intensified in recent months, with several players demonstrating their credentials through domestic and regional performances. Any comeback by Kishan would add another dimension to an already competitive selection landscape.

Selectors will need to weigh Kishan's unique skill set as a left-handed batter capable of opening the innings against the form and consistency of his rivals. The decision would have cascading implications for India's middle-order stability and batting combination in upcoming series.

The Indian cricket board has historically prioritized form and fitness when recalling players to the squad. Should Kishan prove his readiness through domestic performances and fitness assessments, selectors may need to revisit their current batting strategies and potentially make room by adjusting the roles of other squad members.

For now, the focus remains on the wicketkeeper position as one of the most closely monitored selections heading into India's future assignments across formats.