Yashasvi Jaiswal

Yashasvi Jaiswal is an Indian cricketer famous for his batting. He plays for the Indian cricket team at international level matches. He supports the Indian cricket team with his left-handed batting and right-arm leg-break bowling. He made his international debut in the first Test against the West Indies in July 2023, scoring a century in his first innings in Test cricket. He also holds the record for the fastest half-century in IPL history, reaching the 50-run mark in just 13 balls while playing for Rajasthan Royals.

Jaiswal birthplace was Suriyawan, Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh. He was born on 28 December 2001. His father was run a small hardware store, and his mother was a housewife. He went to Mumbai at the age of ten, to receive cricket training at Azad Maidan. He faced many hardships and struggles in his early life, such as living in a tent, selling panipuri, and working at a dairy shop.

He was later adopted by Jwala Singh, a cricket coach who ran an academy in Santacruz.

Jaiswal rose to fame after his unbeaten run in the Giles Shield match. In this Giles Shield match, he scored an unbeaten 319 runs and also took 13/99 wickets. He was selected for the Mumbai Under-16 squad and later the Under-19 Indian cricket team. He was the highest run-scorer and player of the tournament at the 2018 Under-19 Asia Cup which India won. He became the youngest cricketer to score a double century in List A in 2019. In the 2020 Under-19 Cricket World Cup, he was the leading run-scorer for India under-19s.

Jaiswal is regarded as one of the most promising young talents in Indian cricket. He has been praised for his temperament, technique, and stroke-play. He has also been compared to some of the greats of the game, such as Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli. He has a bright future ahead of him and hopes to achieve his dream of playing for India for a long time.

IPL career

– He made his IPL debut in 2020, after being bought by the Rajasthan Royals for Rs 2.4 crore (about US$ 338,000) in the auction.
– He scored his maiden IPL fifty in his third match, against Royal Challengers Bangalore, making 62 off 49 balls.
– He finished the 2020 season with 220 runs from 12 matches, at an average of 18.33 and a strike rate of 110.74.
– He retained his place in the Rajasthan Royals squad for the 2021 and 2022 seasons and improved his performance with each season.
– He scored his first IPL century in the 2022 season, against Delhi Capitals, smashing 103 off 63 balls with nine fours and four sixes.
– He finished the 2022 season as the second-highest run-scorer for Rajasthan Royals, with 480 runs from 14 matches, at an average of 34.28 and a strike rate of 140.11.
– He set a new record for the fastest fifty in the IPL history in the 2023 season, against Mumbai Indians, reaching the milestone in just 13 balls with six fours and four sixes.
– He scored his second IPL century in the same match, making 124 off 62 balls with 16 fours and eight sixes.
– He is currently the leading run-scorer for Rajasthan Royals in the ongoing 2023 season, with 472 runs from nine matches, at an average of 59.00 and a strike rate of 156.86.

Married Life

As of August 2023, Yashasvi Jaiswal remains unmarried. Yashasvi is just focusing on his cricket career right now. He refrains from discussing his personal life and relationships

Hobbies and Interests

– Playing cricket: This is his passion and his profession. He loves to play cricket and practice his skills. He has been playing cricket since he was a child and has never given up on his dream of representing India at the international level¹²³.
– Watching movies: He enjoys watching movies, especially Bollywood ones. He likes to watch movies of his favorite actors, such as Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, and Aamir Khan.
– Listening to music: He likes to listen to music, especially Hindi songs. He likes to listen to songs of his favorite singers, such as Arijit Singh, Shreya Ghoshal, and Sonu Nigam .
– Reading books: He likes to read books, especially biographies and motivational ones. He likes to read books of his favorite authors, such as APJ Abdul Kalam, Chetan Bhagat, and Ravi Subramanian .
– Travelling: He likes to travel and explore new places. He likes to visit different countries and learn about their cultures and cuisines. He has travelled to many countries, such as Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and England .

Fitness

He also has a disciplined and dedicated approach to maintaining his fitness, which helps him perform better on the field. Here are some of the ways he keeps himself fit and healthy:

– He hits the gym regularly and focuses on core training and cardio exercises. A strong body is essential to maintain the vigor needed on the cricket field.
– He follows a balanced diet containing protein, vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, and fats. He avoids junk food, alcohol, and tobacco. He also drinks plenty of water to stay hydrated.
– He practices his batting and bowling skills with intensity and consistency. He tries to simulate different scenarios and situations that he might face in a match. He also learns from his seniors and coaches, who give him valuable tips and feedback.
– He meditates and does yoga to calm his mind and improve his concentration. He also reads books and listens to music to relax and unwind. He tries to stay positive and optimistic, even in difficult times.
– He sleeps well and rests adequately. He follows a regular sleep schedule and avoids staying up late or using gadgets before bedtime. He understands the importance of recovery and rejuvenation for his body and mind.

These are some of the ways Yashasvi Jaiswal maintains his fitness. He is a role model for many young aspiring cricketers who want to follow their passion.