Kishan Credits Free Hits as India Slump to Fourth Straight T20I Defeat

India suffered their fourth consecutive T20I defeat after losing to England, extending a winless streak that began with two losses against Ireland. The run also includes a washout in the opening match against England. Wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan pointed to free hits as a key factor that made conditions easier for the opposition batters. Kuldeep Yadav's fellow spinner Ravi Bishnoi had a difficult outing, and Kishan suggested the free-hit rule contributed to Bishnoi's tough game. The result leaves India searching for answers ahead of the remaining matches in the series.