Overview
- Speaking in an exclusive JioHotstar interview, Yashasvi Jaiswal said, “I know I can’t fill their shoes, but I’ll back my strengths and play with confidence.”
- His comments come as India prepares to face reigning World Test Champions South Africa, with his role at the top viewed as pivotal on spin-friendly subcontinental pitches.
- Jaiswal was among India’s standouts in the 2025 England series, scoring 411 runs in 10 innings at 41.1 with two hundreds and two fifties.
- Reporters highlight his emphasis on developing a distinct batting identity built on discipline, intent and clarity rather than emulating Rohit Sharma or Virat Kohli.
- Career figures reported by CricTracker list 2,428 runs in 26 Tests at an average of 51.66, including seven centuries and two double hundreds against England after a debut ton in 2023.