With Jaiswal’s Form in Question, How Will Team India Gear Up for the Bangladesh Test Series?
Team India could potentially face a significant challenge in the upcoming Test series against Bangladesh, as concerns over the recent form of young opening batter Yashasvi Jaiswal loom large. His performance could have a profound impact on the team’s overall performance.
Jaiswal, who impressed with his performance in the Test series against England, is now under some pressure. During a training session in Chennai, he struggled against the pace bowlers. He was beaten on both sides of the bat, and even bowlers like Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep managed to trouble him.
It’s understandable for a young batter to struggle against top bowlers like Bumrah, but it’s concerning when he also has issues with bowlers like Akash Deep, Mohammed Siraj, and the net bowlers. In response, Head Coach Gautam Gambhir stepped in to help Jaiswal with some throw-down practice to get him back on track.
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Jaiswal, who had a stellar performance against England with over 700 runs in a five-match series, had looked like a secure choice for the opening slot alongside Rohit Sharma. However, if his form doesn’t improve, Team India might need to reconsider their batting lineup, potentially disrupting the settled team combination.
The Indian team is set to commence their Test series against Bangladesh with matches in Chennai and Kanpur. As they currently lead the World Test Championship standings, the importance of maintaining their winning streak cannot be overstated. This is especially crucial as they strive to extend their 11-year unbeaten record at home.