Yashasvi Jaiswal, the young Indian batter, impressed during the Perth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. On Day 2, he showed confidence both with the bat and in his exchanges with Mitchell Starc.
Dismissed for a duck by Starc in the first innings, Jaiswal bounced back in the second. He smashed a commanding boundary over square leg off Starc, blending audacity with skill. Soon after, Jaiswal defended a delivery and quipped, “It’s coming slow,” as Starc walked by. The comment, referencing Starc’s earlier taunt to debutant Harshit Rana about his pace, left the Aussie pacer chuckling.
The Context Behind the Exchange
Starc, who scored 26 off 112 balls in Australia’s first innings, had taunted Rana earlier, saying, “I bowl faster than you and have a long memory.” Jaiswal noticed this and returned the favor in his style.
India gained a 46-run first-innings lead by bowling out Australia for 104. Jasprit Bumrah dominated with 5-30, while debutant Rana impressed with 3-48, including Starc’s wicket.
Yashasvi Jaiswal Shines with KL Rahul in Record Partnership
Jaiswal’s verbal exchange and his second-innings batting were impactful. Batting with KL Rahul, he built India’s first century-opening stand in Australia since 2004, evoking memories of Sehwag and Chopra in Sydney.
In just his second overseas Test, Jaiswal showcased technical skill and determination, scoring an unbeaten 51 off 88 balls. He played stunning shots like an upper cut off Starc and a reverse sweep to fine leg, symbolizing India’s fearless approach. Rahul supported him well with an unbeaten 41, highlighted by a classy on-drive off Cummins, one of the day’s best shots.
Australia Struggles to Regain Control
Some stunning shots by Jaiswal included an upper cut off Starc and a reverse sweep to fine leg, showcasing India’s fearless approach. Rahul supported him well, scoring an unbeaten 41, highlighted by a classy on-drive off Pat Cummins, praised for its technique and temperament.
Yashasvi Jaiswal: What Lies Ahead
India ended Day 2 with a lead of over 140 runs, with openers Jaiswal and Rahul in control. They are on track to surpass the highest Indian opening partnership in Australia—191 runs by Gavaskar and Srikkanth in 1986.
Australia’s bowlers need a miracle to fight back. Jaiswal’s confident innings and Rahul’s solid support have put India in command. On Day 3, India will aim to extend their lead and move closer to a dominant Test win.
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