Virender Sehwag, a former Indian cricket player, has weighed in on the debate surrounding young batter Yashasvi Jaiswal's potential to play all three formats of the game. Jaiswal, a Test regular who opens the batting with KL Rahul, has faced criticism for not securing a consistent spot in India's white-ball teams, despite his impressive performance in the longest format.
Sehwag, known for his outspoken nature, believes that Jaiswal's talent is being overlooked. He argues that the current opening positions in one-day and T20 cricket are occupied by players like Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma, respectively, leaving little room for Jaiswal. However, he sees a bright future for the young batter.
"Jaiswal is a player who can play all three formats," Sehwag stated, emphasizing his versatility. He further explained that Jaiswal's opportunities are limited due to the current squad dynamics, but his skills are undeniable. Sehwag also mentioned that the retirement of Rohit Sharma could potentially open up a spot for Jaiswal in the white-ball teams.
The former Indian opener also brought up the name of Ishan Kishan, another player in contention for a spot in the ODI team. Kishan, who has made a double hundred in ODIs at a record-breaking pace, is also vying for a position. Sehwag believes that both Jaiswal and Kishan have what it takes to succeed in all three formats.
Sehwag's comments come as a surprise to many, as Jaiswal's recent performances in ODIs have been underwhelming. In four ODI matches, he has scored 171 runs at an average of 57.00, with a high score of 116 not out. However, Sehwag argues that Jaiswal's inclusion in the team is not a result of poor performance but rather a lack of availability of other players.
The debate surrounding Jaiswal's future in white-ball cricket continues, with Sehwag's comments adding fuel to the fire. As India prepares for a series of matches, the question remains whether Jaiswal will get his chance to shine in all three formats, or if he will have to wait for a change in the squad dynamics.
