Not Abhishek Sharma! Yashasvi Jaiswal ready to replace Virat Kohli-Rohit Sharma duo in T20Is along with this opener

Yashasvi Jaiswal expressed immense respect to Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma for their priceless contribution to Indian cricket, as the youngster was talking about him and Shubman Gill replacing the modern-era legends in the Indian cricket team.

Notably, Rohit and Kohli retired from T20I cricket after winning the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 in the West Indies last month. Jaiswal acknowledged their incredible impact on Team India and described being part of their dressing room as a blessing.

He emphasized his and Gill's commitment to improving with each match, taking it day by day, and giving their best effort to fill in the big shoes in India's T20I team. Notably, Ravindra Jadeja also called time on his T20I career along with Kohli and Rohit.

Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill ready to step up after Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s T20I retirement

Despite the long road ahead in his career, the left-handed batter has expressed excitement and determination to fill in the void left by Kohli and Rohit’s retirement from T20I cricket. Yashasvi stressed that he is focusing on his process and striving to contribute to India's success in the future.

Yashasvi Jaiswal said at the post-match press conference: “I think what they have done for Indian cricket is just incredible. And being a part of that dressing room, I think it's been a blessing. And I think we (I and Shubman Gill) are just trying, and at least we are trying match by match, one day at a time, and we'll try our best.”

The young Indian opener added, “I'm trying my best every single time I go. And I'll focus on my process; I have a long way to go. I have just started my career. I think I'm really excited. Let's see what will happen. I want to do my best for India and win the World Cup for India.”

Notably, Gill and Jaiswal have batted together seven times as openers in T20I cricket and scored 429 runs at an average of 71.50, with two century stands. Jaiswal played an amazing knock of 93 runs on 53 balls during Team India’s 10-wicket win over Zimbabwe in the ongoing T20I series on July 13.

Yashasvi Jaiswal vows to back himself; recalls India's T20 World Cup 2024 success

On replacing Rohit Sharma in India’s T20I team, Jaiswal noted: “I think, of course, it's not easy, but I really work hard on my practice sessions, and I always try to prepare a lot before the game. And of course, I go and try and execute on the ground, try to express myself, and enjoy the game. I always back my instinct, back myself, my shots, and my plans, and I will keep believing that.”

Reflecting on India’s T20 World Cup 2024 triumph and celebration in India, the 22-year-old said that he enjoyed the title win a lot, and he is really grateful and blessed to be a part of the world champion T20 team.

He mentioned the way they were welcomed in India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde met them, and the way the fans have shown their love to them, the Indian players enjoyed it a lot.

Yashasvi further noted that it was incredible, and he enjoyed all these moments and emotions. It was a great experience, which he can’t describe in words. However, after the celebration in India, the youngster was keen on returning to the ground and helping India win the matches in Zimbabwe.