Yashasvi Jaiswal's poor form continues after his early success in the ongoing Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025. His performance dipped further as he was dismissed for just 2(9) by Gus Atkinson in the first innings of the 5th Test.
Former Indian captain Sunil Gavaskar expressed disappointment with Jaiswal’s run in the series. He was openly critical of the young batter’s technique and urged him to make improvements to regain form in the longer format.
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Gavaskar Questions Jaiswal’s Confidence and Technique Against Inswingers
Gavaskar highlighted Jaiswal’s growing vulnerability against inswingers, pointing to a lack of confidence and uncertain approach at the crease..
"There's a bit of uncertainty and maybe a lack of confidence creeping into Jaiswal's game. After scoring a hundred in the first Test, he hasn't looked very fluent," Gavaskar said.
He further explained that Jaiswal's footwork and shoulder alignment are not working in sync, which is affecting his ability to handle incoming deliveries.
"That's possibly why he's not getting his front foot far enough forward to smother a return. But he's a good player. I think if someone sits with him and works on a few technical aspects, like getting his front foot forward and not opening up his shoulder too much, it could help."
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Gavaskar Breaks Down Jaiswal’s Technical Flaw as England Take Early Edge
Breaking it down further, Gavaskar pointed out how Jaiswal’s front-foot positioning causes his back shoulder to open toward the slips, limiting his ability to play straight.
"Right now, his back shoulder is going towards first or second slip, which makes it hard for the bat to come down straight. If his shoulder stayed more towards the wicketkeeper and first slip, the bat would come down straighter."
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Jaiswal’s early dismissal gave England an advantage after they asked India to bat first in grassy and overcast conditions. At stumps on Day 1, India were on the back foot at 204/6 in a rain-affected day. However, Karun Nair’s resilient 52*(98) kept India in the contest, supported by recent centurion Washington Sundar at The Oval, London.
Stay tuned for more updates on the England vs India 5th Test.
