Yashasvi Jaiswal takes up wicket-keeping role to strengthen India prospects

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Mumbai's Test opener, has taken on the role of wicket-keeper for his state side in a bid to enhance his prospects for India selection. The move comes as a strategic decision to expand his skill set and increase his value to the national team.

Mumbai captain Siddhesh Lad confirmed that Jaiswal will handle wicket-keeping duties for the team. This dual role of opening batsman and wicket-keeper is aimed at making the talented cricketer a more versatile addition to India's squad.

Jaiswal has established himself as a promising Test opening batsman. By adding wicket-keeping to his repertoire, he seeks to offer selectors an additional dimension and improve his chances of early national team inclusion.