Jaiswal ODI Opportunities
Former India All-Rounder Irfan Pathan Urges Regular ODI Opportunities For Yashasvi Jaiswal
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Key Points
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Jaiswal has made two centuries in his six ODIs and currently serves as a backup to captain Shubman Gill and veteran Rohit Sharma.
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Jaiswal made his ODI debut against England on February 6, 2025, according to the series preview.
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Pathan said the series could also give wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel an opportunity, alongside Nitish Kumar Reddy, as India experiments with its second-string lineup.
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The regular players absent from the ODI squad—Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel and Washington Sundar—are representing India’s full-strength T20I team at the Asian Games, where India is defending its gold medal.
Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan wants Yashasvi Jaiswal to play regularly in the three-match ODI series against the West Indies starting September 27. India Today reports that Jaiswal, India's third opener, has scored two centuries in just six ODIs but needs consistent match time before the 2027 World Cup.
The series offers a chance to test India's backup players. Rediff notes that Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, and Washington Sundar are away at the Asian Games with India's T20 team, leaving room for second-string cricketers like Naman Dhir and Nitish Kumar Reddy to gain experience.
Jaiswal's Quick Rise and Need for Stability
Yashasvi Jaiswal made his ODI debut against England on February 6, 2025. Since then, he has played six matches and scored two centuries. Daily Hunt identifies him as a key player to watch in the West Indies series. However, he remains the third opener behind captain Shubman Gill and veteran Rohit Sharma.
Pathan believes Jaiswal needs regular opportunities to solidify his position. Playing only six ODIs so far gives him limited experience at the format's highest level. Consistent game time before the 2027 World Cup will help him develop the form and confidence needed to be India's reliable backup.
A Second-String Squad Gets Its Chance
India's regular players are split between two teams right now. The Asian Games in India need several stars for the T20 team—Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, and Washington Sundar are defending India's gold medal there. This opens the door for backup players in the West Indies ODIs.
Pathan sees opportunity in this situation. Players like Naman Dhir, Auqib Nabi, and Nitish Kumar Reddy get a real chance to prove themselves. Wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel may also get a look, Rediff reports. For these cricketers, three ODIs against the West Indies could be a career-turning moment.
Building Depth for the 2027 World Cup
ODI World Cups come once every four years. India must plan ahead, and that means finding quality backup options now. Jaiswal has proven he can score centuries at ODI level. Playing him regularly in West Indies teaches him how to handle different conditions and bowlers.
The 2027 World Cup is still two years away, but preparation starts now. Every series matters for fringe players trying to grab a spot. Telangana Today quotes Pathan backing Jaiswal for an extended run. Regular cricket breeds confidence—something India will need from all its openers by 2027.
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