Shubman Gill and Yashavsi Jaiswal: A Bold Move by the Selectors
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has made a daring decision to include Yashavsi Jaiswal in the Test team for the West Indies tour. The question that remains is where the southpaw will bat if picked in the playing XI. With Cheteshwar Pujara overlooked by the selectors, they are hoping Jaiswal will take up the number three position. It is likely that Shubman Gill will continue to open alongside Rohit Sharma.
Jaiswal to Bat at Number Three
According to Indian Express reports, Jaiswal will be batting at number three. This is despite him primarily playing as an opener in First-Class cricket for Mumbai. Gill has displayed excellence as an opening batsman in all formats, leaving the number three spot as the only viable option for Jaiswal.
Fans Unhappy with Selectors’ Decision
Netizens have expressed their disapproval with the selectors’ decision to have Jaiswal bat at number three. Many fans feel that Gill should take up that position, with Jaiswal opening for his debut Test series.
Conclusion
The BCCI has made a bold move by including Jaiswal in the Test team for the West Indies tour. While he has predominantly played as an opener in First-Class cricket for Mumbai, the selectors have decided to have him bat at number three. This has not gone down well with fans, who feel that Gill should take up that position instead.