He has already amassed 2428 runs in 26 Tests at an average of 51.66 and a strike rate of 66.43. The Mumbai batter has recorded twelve fifties and seven centuries. He has two double centuries to his name, which came against England.
However, Yashasvi knows he still has a long way to go before he can match the level of Indian greats like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. In a recent interview ahead of the two-match Test series against South Africa, the opening batsman said he will try to learn from India’s two former captains and back his strengths going forward.
“What Rohit Bhaiya and Virat Bhai have done in their careers is incredible. They have inspired an entire generation, including myself. I see it as an opportunity to learn from them and do my best. I know I cannot fill their shoes, but I will back my strengths and play with confidence,” Yashasvi said while speaking exclusively to JioHotstar.
Yashasvi will be high on confidence after good performances against England in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy and the subsequent home games against West Indies.
During the English tour he scored 411 runs in 10 innings at an average of 41.10. Yashasvi registered two fifties and as many centuries as India drew 2-2. Meanwhile, against the West Indies, the 23-year-old finished as the highest run-getter, scoring 219 runs in three innings at an average of 73.
Yashasvi will play an important role in the series against World Test champions South Africa. The Suriya native will look to get the Asian giants off to a solid start, with KL Rahul topping the rankings.
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