Yashasvi Jaiswal sends strong message to Gautam Gambhir after Shubman Gill’s T20I struggles | Cricket News
Yashasvi Jaiswal underlined his white-ball credentials in emphatic fashion with a blistering hundred for Mumbai in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, steering his team to a four-wicket win over Haryana at the DY Patil Academy in Ambi on Sunday. Making only his second appearance of the season for Mumbai, Jaiswal put in a remarkable performance in the Super League during a terrific chase of 235. Opening the innings, the southpaw set the tone from the start, reaching his century off just 48 balls and keeping Mumbai comfortably ahead of the required pace throughout.
The target was overhauled easily in 17.3 overs, registering the second most successful run chase in the history of the tournament. The 23-year-old’s innings marked his first century for Mumbai in the competition and the fourth T20 century of his professional career, which now spans 120 matches. Contrary to his reputation for raw power, Jaiswal relied heavily on clean timing and intelligent placement, hitting 16 fours and just one six in his knock of 101 before falling shortly after reaching the milestone. His previous T20 centuries came for India against Nepal and twice for Rajasthan Royals in the IPL. The blow carried particular weight given Jaiswal’s recent absence from India’s T20I plans. Despite being part of the 2024 World Cup-winning squad as a starter and establishing himself as a key figure in the Test side, chances in the shorter formats have been few and far between, making this innings a timely statement. Earlier, Haryana posted an impressive 234 for 3 after electing to bat. Skipper Ankit Kumar anchored the innings with a composed 89 following a brisk start from opener Arsh Ranga, who made 26. Nishant Sindhu’s unbeaten 63 and a late strike from Samant Jakhar, who scored 31 runs without outs, helped Haryana cross the 230-run mark. Mumbai’s response was dominated by Jaiswal and Sarfaraz Khan, who took part in the Haryana attack. Sarfaraz blasted his way to 64 off just 25 deliveries, hitting nine fours and three sixes, as the duo added a decisive 88-run stand that effectively sealed the contest and capped a commanding chase for Mumbai.
