Yashasvi Jaiswal

Yashasvi Jaiswal is a left-handed top-order batter whose aggressive strokeplay and ability to score at a brisk rate have made him one of India’s prominent young batting options. He has been selected for the ODI series against West Indies after making an impressive beginning to his 50-over international career. Jaiswal registered his first ODI hundred with an unbeaten 116 against South Africa before producing another century, an unbeaten 110 off 86 deliveries, against Afghanistan. His inclusion gives India another left-handed option in a batting group that features considerable experience alongside emerging talent.

Jaiswal is capable of putting pressure on bowlers from the outset, using strong hand-eye coordination and a wide range of attacking strokes to keep the scoring rate moving. At the same time, his recent ODI hundreds demonstrate that he can convert an aggressive start into a substantial innings when conditions allow. With the three-match series beginning in Thiruvananthapuram on September 27, he will be looking to make the most of his opportunities in India’s top-order rotation. For fantasy cricket, Jaiswal’s ability to score rapidly and contribute a sizeable total makes him an appealing batting option, particularly if he gets the chance to open.