Yashasvi Jaiswal Earns 'Batter of Similar Calibre' Label, Draws High Praise from Former India Coach in Comparison with Sunil Gavaskar

"Jaiswal possesses two distinct qualities that set him apart," the speaker explained. "Firstly, his exceptional technical abilities provide a solid foundation for his career growth. Secondly, his resilient temperament has been evident since the early days of his career, having experienced numerous challenges in his personal life."

Bangar emphasized how Jaiswal’s dedication and his ability to stay grounded through personal hardships are key factors in his rapid rise. "Cricket means a lot to him," Bangar noted, highlighting the youngster’s work ethic and his commitment to improvement. "He has worked hard to be where he is and his hunger for big scores actually defines him as a batsman."

Bangar went on to compare Jaiswal to one of the all-time greats: “Now, who was an earlier batter of similar caliber? We have to go a long way back in someone like a Sunil Gavaskar."

Jaiswal, ranked fourth in the Test batter rankings, has already made a huge mark in international cricket, with over 1500 runs, including four centuries and eight fifties in just 16 Tests. His match-winning knock of 161 in the second innings of the first Test in the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy further solidified his place as one of the integral members of the Test team.

Jaiswal did, however, face challenges in the Border-Gavaskar series. While his 161 was a standout innings, he has also struggled with scores of 0, 45, 0, and 24 in the series. Australia’s pacers have exploited his vulnerability against the swinging ball, forcing him into loose shots outside off-stump or cramped for room.

As India prepare for the next phase of the series, the team will hope that Jaiswal addresses these technical weaknesses, especially in Brisbane, where the rain-interrupted Day 1 saw Australia finish at 28/0.