Former chairman of the Indian men’s cricket team, Dilip Vengsarkar, believes that bench strength is the key to the future of Indian cricket. He feels that it’s time for India to develop and nurture their budding talent, and he has identified two young players to watch out for – Rajasthan Royals’ star opening batter Yashasvi Jaiswal and Chennai Super Kings batter Ruturaj Gaikwad.
Jaiswal, aged 21, has already made a name for himself in the IPL 2023 with his impressive form where he scored 625 runs in 14 matches. He also boasts an impressive average of 80.21 in first-class cricket. Vengsarkar mentioned the need for the team to spot fast bowlers and spinners along with young talent.
The former captain of the Indian team, who played a pivotal role in the team winning the 1983 World Cup, believes that India needs to focus on developing their own talented cricketers for the future. The current Indian cricket team is one of the best globally, but Vengsarkar feels that the lack of upcoming talent could be a cause for concern.
Vengsarkar is confident of the potential of Jaiswal and Gaikwad and hopes that they will benefit from regular opportunities to play and train with the team. He stressed the importance of identifying talented players and developing them to ensure a strong bench strength. Vengsarkar is confident that India can build a formidable team with the right mix of experienced and young talent.
With such eminent personalities in the Indian cricketing fraternity suggesting the importance of focusing on the upcoming young talent, it is essential for the future of Indian cricket to look promising. Jaiswal and Gaikwad have been singled out as the key players for future, and it remains to be seen how they will shape Indian cricket in the years to come.
