Yashasvi Jaiswal, who excelled at the top of the batting order with Rohit Sharma in his debut Test series in the Caribbean, was a revelation and the youngster attributes it to the constant interaction with the Indian skipper when they are on the crease together. Jaiswal had shared a 229-run opening wicket stand with Rohit in the first Test over Dominica, while in the ongoing second Test here, the two gave India another strong start with a 139-run partnership.
The century tie between the two saw India finish day one of the second test at 288 for four, looking good for a big score.
“Of course it is very nice to bat with Rohit bhaiya. We are always working on the situation and how to move forward, and of course we had our plans… what we can do, and it was really great to bat with him,” said the opener who scored a 74-ball 57 to add to his 171 in the first Test over Dominica, which India won by an innings and 141 runs.
Jaiswal also said that the secret of his success is that he tries to take advantage of everyone’s experience but does what suits him.
When asked how he takes advice from legendary cricketers such as head coach Rahul Dravid, Virat Kohli and batting coach Vikram Rathour, Jaiswal said: “Everyone has their own way of saying things and everyone has experience. I would like to listen (to) everything, and what suits my game I will try and make sure I will.
“When I’m around players who are really experienced and when they talk there’s a thought behind it and I really enjoy hearing that and making sure that what fits my game, I keep trying to develop that my way.
“Of course, getting information, getting experience, learning from them, little, little other things, it’s just incredible,” Jaiswal said at the end of the day on Thursday.
Asked if his hunger to score points in all formats was because he had to work very hard to earn everything, the 21-year-old said: “Yes. My desire is always when I get to bat, I always give my best to give my best for the team and how I can best contribute. Every match is the mindset to perform well, to create a platform for the team.” Jaiswal said he was disappointed to miss a second successive century in Tests after the 171-run effort in the previous match where he was named ‘Player of the Match’.
“Of course I’m disappointed. But it happens in cricket. I just have to keep learning and keep thinking about how to make sure that when I come in next time, what can I do in that situation.”
“Every time I hit I try to make sure how long I can bat. But there’s always disappointment when we get out, but it’s okay. It’s cricket, we have to keep learning what we can do next time.
“It always feels nice to go out and enjoy the pressure, the situation, the wicket, the environment. It’s just great to get out there and express yourself,” he added.
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