Kishan’s story — from giving up cricket to finding success in bowling
The Hindu
Debosmita Maity intern, Ashwin Achal edited, R. Kishan excels in bowling, representing India in international tournaments.
R. Kishan gave up his cricket dreams to carve out a name for himself in a less popular sport, bowling.
His decision has paid dividends, as Kishan — one of the nation’s top bowlers — won the first South Zone Tenpin bowling tournament in Bangalore on Thursday.
““Everyone plays cricket. I wanted to try something new,” Bengaluru lad Kishan told The Hindu after his title win.
What started as a way to pass time after missing tuition classes soon turned into a serious passion, ultimately leading him to represent India in the prestigious Asian Games and 2025 IBF World Cup.
His start in bowling came when Kishan casually entered a local tournament at the age of 16. Much to his surprise, he finished in the top six. Impressed by his raw skills, state-level bowlers encouraged him to participate in State-level tournaments.
The turning point came when Australian coach Andrew Crowley noticed his potential. Under Crowley’s mentorship, Kishan adopted the two-handed O’Campo technique, resembling the style of three-time PBA World Championship winner, Jason Belmonte.
The shift in technique helped Kishan secure many State and National titles. He went to represent India at the 2018 Asian Games in Jakarta, and won podium finishes in international tournaments in Hong Kong and the Philippines.
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