The cricket fraternity is abuzz with admiration and nostalgia after India’s young batting duo Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill scripted a memorable stand during the recent Test match against Australia, drawing praise from legends including Sachin Tendulkar and Yuvraj Singh, while Australia’s Steve Smith reacted to India’s captain achieving a rare feat.
Jaiswal-Gill Partnership Leaves Cricket World Awestruck
During India’s first innings, Yashasvi Jaiswal (156) and Shubman Gill (134) stitched together a magnificent 280-run partnership for the second wicket, displaying composure, flair, and sheer dominance against Australia’s pace and spin attack. Their stand laid a solid foundation for India’s imposing total of 487 runs, eventually helping the team clinch the match by an innings and 45 runs.
Sachin Tendulkar’s Heartfelt Praise
Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar, who has mentored both young stars through the Mumbai Indians setup and personal guidance, shared a classy message on X (formerly Twitter), writing:
“Beautiful batting by Jaiswal and Gill. Watching them build their innings patiently and then accelerate reminded me of the great opening partnerships India has had. May you both continue to play with the same confidence and humility. India’s future looks bright.”
Fans lauded Tendulkar’s encouragement, highlighting how both Jaiswal and Gill often mention his technical tips during interviews as instrumental in shaping their approach to long innings.
Yuvraj Singh’s Viral Post Grabs Steve Smith’s Attention
Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh, known for his candid humour and fearless cricketing attitude, posted a celebratory message for India’s Test captain Rohit Sharma, who crossed 10,000 international runs as captain, becoming only the fourth Indian after MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, and Mohammad Azharuddin to achieve this feat.
Yuvraj’s post read:
“Well done Rohit Sharma! Captain leading from the front as always. Who said Hitman only knows how to hit sixes? He builds innings too 😉”
The witty remark caught the attention of Steve Smith, who commented during a post-match press conference:
“Rohit’s record as captain keeps getting better. He knows how to control innings tempo and these milestones are testimony to his consistency.”
Smith, who captained Australia in Pat Cummins’ absence for the match, added that India’s batting depth led by Rohit, Jaiswal, and Gill is a serious challenge for any opposition.
Rare Feat by Rohit Sharma
With his knock of 83 runs in the same Test, Rohit Sharma became:
- The fourth Indian captain to score 10,000+ international runs while leading.
- The fastest among Indian captains to reach the milestone in terms of innings taken (173 innings as captain), overtaking Kohli’s previous record of 179 innings.
| Indian Captain | Matches as Captain | Runs Scored | Innings Taken for 10,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS Dhoni | 332 | 11,207 | 236 |
| Virat Kohli | 213 | 12,883 | 179 |
| Mohammad Azharuddin | 221 | 10,247 | 276 |
| Rohit Sharma | 173 | 10,002 | 173 (Fastest among Indians) |
(Compiled from BCCI and ESPNcricinfo match data)
Social Media Buzz: A Moment for Indian Cricket’s Next Gen
Fans celebrated Jaiswal and Gill’s milestones as the “Tendulkar-Sehwag era reborn with a new generation”, highlighting:
- Jaiswal’s fearless pull shots reminiscent of Tendulkar’s strokeplay against pace.
- Gill’s elegant drives and footwork against spin echoing VVS Laxman’s style.
Statements from the Players
Yashasvi Jaiswal:
“I always watch Sachin sir’s innings before big matches to calm my nerves. His blessings mean everything to me.”
Shubman Gill:
“Gill said after the match: ‘Batting with Jaiswal is fun because we keep each other relaxed. We just wanted to play session by session and enjoy our cricket.’”
Upcoming Challenges
India now lead the Test series 2-0, with the next match scheduled at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium. The team management is likely to rest senior players, giving opportunities to the bench ahead of the upcoming Asia Cup and the Champions Trophy qualifiers.
Conclusion
As Sachin Tendulkar and Yuvraj Singh continue to mentor and motivate India’s next generation, their words instil confidence in emerging stars like Jaiswal and Gill, who are rapidly shaping up to be the bedrock of Indian batting for the coming decade. With Rohit Sharma’s leadership milestones adding to the team’s morale, India looks poised for another dominant run in world cricket.
Disclaimer: This report is based on official match data, player statements, and social media posts. Readers are advised to follow BCCI updates for squad announcements and match schedules in the ongoing series.
