Yashasvi Jaiswal in action (Source: AFP Photos)
Yashasvi Jaiswal had the scores of 5, 17 and a duck in his first three outings in New Zealand during India A vs New Zealand A’s unofficial Test series. Then he sent a strong message to the critics, telling them he has a lot to offer in order to achieve success during the upcoming India vs New Zealand Tests.
Earlier in the second unofficial Test between India A and New Zealand A, Jaiswal made a well-crafted 162-ball 155 in the second innings after falling for a duck in the first innings. He followed it with a fine century on Saturday at Bert Sutcliffe Oval, Lincoln.
Yashasvi Jaiswal Hits Purple Patch In New Zealand
Jaiswal is known for being an aggressive opener, but playing too many cut shots has been a problem for him. However, he was at his very best on Saturday, smashing 16 fours and two sixes in a fine 138-ball 102 before Danru Ferns got the wicket of him.
Thanks to him and a resilient Sai Sudharsan, India A, batting first, posted 175 runs on the board without losing any wickets.
Thanks to him and a resilient Sai Sudharsan, India A posted 175 runs on the board without losing a wicket. Yashasvi Jaiswal will aim to keep up the good work during the second innings of the third unofficial Test as well, which might be his last major outing before the India vs New Zealand Test series.
When Will India Vs New Zealand Test Series Begin?
India and New Zealand will play two Tests, both crucial to their bid for the World Test Championship (WTC) final in the ongoing cycle. The first Test match will be at Wellington’s Basin Reserve from November 19 onwards, while the second will be held at Christchurch’s Hagley Oval from November 26.
Important to mention that this would be Jaiswal’s first-ever outing in New Zealand. He has already set a unique record by playing all 31 of his Test matches in 31 different venues, and two more are expected to be added in the ongoing India tour of New Zealand.
