Young Indian opener, Yashasvi Jaiswal, voiced his excitement about batting alongside cricket superstar, Virat Kohli. He mentioned there’s plenty to absorb from the past Indian team leader. He emphasized doing his utmost to do just that.
In the second T20I against Afghanistan at Indore’s Holkar Cricket Stadium, Jaiswal was India’s highest run-scorer. His impressive 68-run innings from 34 balls played a crucial role for the Indian team. They were chasing 173 runs target, and sailed through by six wickets in just 15.4 overs.
In addition to Jaiswal, Shivam Dube hit a remarkable 63* from 32 balls. Earlier, when captain Rohit Sharma was down for a duck, the former and Kohli put up a 57-run partnership to salvage Team India.
Jaiswal discussed his thoughts on batting with Virat Kohli during a post-match presentation.
“It was really nice, going there and [I am] enjoying the game. Whenever I bat with Virat bhaiya, it’s an honor to bat with him; lots of things to learn.”
Yashasvi Jaiswal
When asked about the conversation between the two middle-infielders, the left-hander clarified that it was about where to aim for runs.
“When we were batting, we had a small chat that where we can hit. We decided that it is quite easy to hit over long-on or mid-off. We were trying to do that. The intent was there, and there were positive vibes as well. We were just trying to hit good shots.”
Yashasvi Jaiswal
The 22-year-old’s amazing performance included five fours and six sixes until he was caught off guard by Karim Janat. In his first T20I encounter since November 2022, Kohli was beaten by a brilliant 29 off 16.
“Just trying to do well for my team” – Yashasvi Jaiswal
Six months remain till the T20 World Cup, and Jaiswal appears to have secured a spot in the ICC event. Should he continue to bat in this manner, the youthful southpaw may continue to be preferred over Shubman Gill as the first opening. But for now, all the batter wants to do is concentrate on his technique.
“I have been told to express myself and try to do what I do and just keep working hard in my practice sessions and on my process. Whenever I get a chance, I try my best and make sure that I am doing things for team, which is important. I am just trying to do well for my team.”
Yashasvi Jaiswal
A 22-year-old cricket player is off to a good start in his T20I journey. He has managed to score 498 runs in just 15 innings. His average is an impressive 35.57. He hits at a strike rate of 163.81. He’s made a century once and has scored half-centuries four times.