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Yashasvi Jaiswal takes wicketkeeping seriously with future in mind

India opening batter Yashasvi Jaiswal is preparing to expand his repertoire by training heavily as a wicketkeeper ahead of Mumbai's upcoming domestic fixture. Mumbai skipper Siddhesh Lad noted during a media session that the young batsman has been dedicating extra practice hours behind the stumps to build up his proficiency in the role.

This preparation could potentially lead to him donning the gloves in future matches for both his regional side and the national squad. Mumbai is scheduled to face Chandigarh in an Elite Group D fixture for the 2026-27 domestic championship.

Jaiswal is slated to feature solely in the opening fixture of the campaign before rejoining national commitments. Team leadership emphasized that his presence provides a welcome boost despite the absence of several established figures.

Along with his traditional opening duties and leg-spin bowling practice in the nets, developing keeping skills could further enhance his versatility for limited-overs selection under current squad strategies.

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