Former Indian head coach and Australian legend Greg Chappell has hailed Yashasvi Jaiswal, saying the young batter will carry forward India’s rich batting legacy set by icons like Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli.

Chappell’s comments came after Jaiswal’s breathtaking 161-run knock that played a key role in India’s massive 295-run win over Australia in the Perth Test. The Australian legend became a fan of Yashasvi Jaiswal’s fearless approach and technical finesse, calling the Indian opener a symbol of India’s cricketing dominance.

Greg Chappell backs Yashasvi Jaiswal to lead India’s batting legacy after stunning 161 in Perth

By the age of 22, Jaiswal has already amassed a number of records and impressed one and all in only 14 Tests, 30 first-class matches, and over 50 IPL games. In contrast, Australia’s 25-year-old debutant Nathan McSweeney is still finding his feet. Speaking about this difference, Greg Chappell believes that India’s robust domestic structure and focus on red-ball cricket at the grassroots is the major reason behind this gap.

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Greg Chappell wrote in his column for the Sydney Morning Herald: “The young opener is fearless and appears poised to inherit the mantle of Indian batting excellence, following the likes of Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar. Jaiswal’s journey encapsulates why India’s planning and infrastructure give them a clear edge in world cricket.”

The Aussie great further added, “A comparison with Australia’s Nathan McSweeney is illuminating. At 22, Jaiswal has already played 14 Tests, 30 first-class matches, 32 List A games, and 53 IPL matches. In contrast, McSweeney, 25, has just debuted in Tests, with fewer domestic appearances across formats.”

Chappell highlights India’s strong domestic system as key to Yashasvi Jaiswal’s success

Under the visionary leadership of Rahul Dravid, India has cultivated a system where young players are groomed for the challenges of international cricket across the formats of the game. And Chappell admitted this approach is not followed by Cricket Australia (CA) greatly.

The former Australian batter said that the lack of consistent and competitive opportunities for young Australian cricketers is a growing concern and due to this they started falling behind.

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He also warned that Australia could face long-term consequences, struggling to produce players equipped for the demands of Test cricket, if they do not create an India-like structure at the grassroots.

Furthermore, Chappell said that Jaiswal’s rise is not just a personal triumph but a testament to a system that prioritizes nurturing talent and instilling a deep understanding of the game.

Without significant changes, we risk falling further behind: Chappell warns Australia

As the young batter cements his place in the Test team, Chappell feels a new generation is ready to carry forward the legacy of Indian cricket, leaving competitors scrambling to keep pace.

Chappell signed off by saying, “India’s system prioritizes long-form cricket at the youth level. This ensures players are well-versed in the nuances of the game. When India’s U-19 team plays other countries, it often feels like men playing against boys in terms of game awareness. The lack of competitive matches at a young age leaves Australian players less prepared for international needs. Without significant changes, we risk falling further behind.”