Yashasvi Jaiswal has no qualms in admitting that the South Africa sequence was a difficult one and stated it was India skipper Rohit Sharma, who helped him keep a optimistic mindset. Jaiswal managed solely 50 runs in 4 innings on bouncy tracks at Supersport Park in Centurion and Newlands in Cape Town because the two-Test sequence resulted in 1-1 draw. “Rohit Sharma helps me maintain a positive frame of mind and we needed to score runs quickly against new ball,” stated Jaiswal after his quickfire 28 off 23 balls set the tone throughout India’s chase of 79.

“I just wanted to give a good start and that was all there in my mind as we had to win the match. In last 3 innings and even in this knock, I had done the same thing.” The 22-year-old is aware of that he must make enhancements on the subject of tackling bounce and lateral motion off the floor.

“Yes this tour has been a learning experience for me. Different environment and in every sense it has been an enjoyable experience. Learnt about improvements I need to make,” Jaiswal stated.

“The ball comes differently here and I tried giving my all but I accept there were challenges. This experience will keep me in good stead as I am learning and would strive to improve during next series.” Jaiswal politely rebutted when requested if he would keep his attacking type of batting within the upcoming Test sequence towards England beginning January 25 in Hyderabad.

“There’s no particular style I want to adhere to and it’s not that I have an attacking game only. I can change my game as per team’s demands,” he stated.

“I would bat differently if it’s first day and differently if it’s final session and 70 runs needed. I try to change my game as per team’s needs.” He will get common ideas from seniors like skipper Rohit and Virat Kohli about methods to tweak his recreation as per state of affairs, whereas coach Rahul Dravid spoke to him about particular technical elements.

“Rahul sir told me in challenging conditions if you get beaten or get hit and still batting out there then you are doing well. How to leave deliveries from length, which deliveries to play,” he stated.

But what has been one of the best recommendation from coach? “Basically, he wants me to bat freely and always with a smile.”

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