Yashasvi Jaiswal has been India's first-choice opener in the Test format since his debut in 2023. AP
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Mark Waugh Crowns Jaiswal Future Superstar, Ahead of Gill

  • Australian legend Mark Waugh hailed Yashasvi Jaiswal as a future superstar, praising his talent during the fifth Ashes Test.
  • Waugh picked Jaiswal over Harry Brook, Rachin Ravindra, and even Shubman Gill, citing his double century and average of 50.
  • Jaiswal has cemented his spot as India's Test opener, scoring 171 on debut and 712 runs against England.
  • Former England captain Michael Vaughan, however, backed Harry Brook to be the biggest batting star of his generation.
  • The article compares Test stats: Jaiswal (2,511 runs, avg 49.23), Gill (2,843 runs, avg 43.07), Brook (3,052 runs, avg 54.50).

Why It Matters: Mark Waugh backs Yashasvi Jaiswal as cricket's next champion batter, sparking debate with other young stars.

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