Yashasvi Jaiswal credits preparation and KL Rahul’s support after Leeds century

Yashasvi Jaiswal credits preparation and KL Rahul’s support after Leeds century Yashasvi Jaiswal began the England Test series with a century at Leeds and credited extensive preparation and guidance from KL Rahul. The opener highlighted the importance of mental readiness, communication, and teamwork in building partnerships and long innings. By Telangana Today Published Date - 21 June 2025, 12:25 PM Indias Yashasvi Jaiswal celebrates after scoring a century during the play on day one of the first cricket test match between England and India at Headingley in Leeds, England. Photo: AP/PTI Hyderabad: India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal, who began the five-Test series in England with a bang, cracking a brilliant century at Leeds on Friday, said they did a lot of preparation and batting, and got the ideas to understand each other before the tour began. “We did a lot of preparation before coming here. It was a lot of fun to play, and it felt very good to bat. It was very good — I enjoyed it a lot and learned a lot,” Jaiswal said in a chat with JioHotstar. Also Read Yashasvi Jaiswal seeks to continue playing for Mumbai On his more experienced teammate, KL Rahul, Jaiswal said he was very experienced. “I can understand a lot by talking to him — where the runs can be made and how we can carry on the innings. It was a lot of fun to play with him,” he said. “Rahul also came with India A. We did a lot of preparation and batting together, so we got a lot of ideas to understand each other,” Jaiswal said. “I try to give myself more time to play my shots. I try to be mentally ready and aim to bat as long as possible. I try to create a good platform for the team,” he said. “If I am set, I try to take it deep and play till the end. I keep telling myself to keep playing. Whatever happens, I will manage and always keep this mindset,” Jaiswal said.