The eyes told the story. Joy gleamed from Ishan Kishan’s when he completed his half-century, capping off a remarkable comeback from the cold, days spent waddling in uncertainty. Relief flickered in Suryakumar Yadav’s when he secured his first half-century in 23 innings, ending incessant criticism that has carried into the New Year. Together, they had sewn 122 thrilling runs to make a potentially steep trek resemble a strain-free stroll. The target of 209 was overhauled in a mere 15.2 overs, wielding authority that makes India a ferocious group in their World Cup defence, starting next month. The captain’s return to form and Ishan’s revival could not have been better timed, as the marquee tournament is exactly a fortnight away. It could not have arrived at a testier juncture either, with India uncharacteristically plummeting to 6 for 2 in 1.1 overs. The early jolts, those of Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma with just six runs on the board, hauled India out of their comfort zone. Accustomed to turbocharged starts from Abhishek, India had to chalk up new …