Yashasvi Jaiswal, the Player-of-the-Series in the recently concluded five-Test rubber against England, attributed his remarkable success to his fearless approach as an opener. Jaiswal amassed 712 runs, including two centuries and three fifties, averaging 89 and striking at 80.
“My mindset was to attack the bowlers and not back down,” Jaiswal stated during the post-series presentation. “I wanted to put pressure on them from the outset.”
Despite his historic achievement, Jaiswal remains grounded. “I’m trying to take it one game at a time and focus on contributing to the team’s success,” he said.
Skipper Rohit Sharma echoed the need for humility and focus. “Yashasvi has a long way to go, but his talent is undeniable,” Sharma said. “He’s a tough competitor who thrives on challenges.”
Kuldeep Yadav, who was named Player of the Match for his seven-wicket haul and a crucial 30 down the order, emphasized the importance of maintaining a good length. “I focused on keeping the ball on a good length, which is essential for a spinner in this format,” he explained.
Yadav singled out his dismissals of Ben Stokes and Zak Crawley as his favorites from the series. “I bowled well in Ranchi, and the Stokes wicket was a highlight,” he said. “I also enjoyed the Crawley wicket in Dharamsala, where I bowled a beautiful ball.”
Sharma praised Kuldeep’s work ethic. “He’s a player with immense potential,” Sharma said. “He’s put in a lot of effort, and his improved batting is a testament to his dedication.”
