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Yashasvi Jaiswal's wicket-keeping experiment: Solution to selection struggle or unnecessary detour?

Yashasvi Jaiswal is exploring wicketkeeping as a potential path to secure a spot in India's limited-overs squads, despite having no prior experience behind the stumps. The 24-year-old batter, who has already notched two centuries in six ODIs, currently faces stiff competition from established players like Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Abhishek Sharma, and Sanju Samson.

While historical figures like Rahul Dravid and KL Rahul successfully transitioned into wicketkeeping roles, they both possessed prior experience in the position from their youth. Former selector MSK Prasad has expressed doubt regarding the necessity of this move for Jaiswal's career trajectory.

Mumbai Ranji captain Siddhesh Lad has also expressed personal interest in taking up the gloves for future domestic and national duties.

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