Nasser Hussain Dismisses Ben Duckett’s Claims, Credits Yashasvi Jaiswal’s Success to Upbringing
In the thrilling encounter between India and England in Rajkot, Yashasvi Jaiswal’s exceptional performance stood out, securing India’s victory. The left-handed opener made history by becoming the first Indian to achieve two double-hundreds against England in Tests. His remarkable feat unfolded on the fourth day of the third Test match, where he played an unbeaten 214-run innings, showcasing his cricketing prowess.
Adding to his achievements, Jaiswal set a record for the most sixes in a Test series for India, also becoming the first player worldwide to hit 20 sixes in a Test series, including 22 overhead boundaries against England in the ongoing series.
Despite Jaiswal’s stellar performance, England star Ben Duckett made an intriguing comment following the opener’s century. Duckett suggested that the opposition’s aggressive style of play might be attributed to England’s influence, hinting at a sense of credit for their opponents’ distinctive approach to Test cricket.
Former England captain Nasser Hussain strongly criticized Duckett’s remark, dismissing the idea that Jaiswal’s success was owed to England’s influence. Hussain emphasized that the young batter learned from his upbringing, the hard work he put in during his formative years, and experiences in the IPL. Hussain further expressed admiration for Jaiswal’s skill and suggested that rather than claiming credit, England should be open to learning from the talented player.
In a candid conversation with Michael Atherton on the Sky Sports podcast, Hussain urged for self-introspection within the England camp. He challenged the notion that cricket should be immune to criticism, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning and improvement, even in a successful regime. Hussain concluded by highlighting the need to appreciate and draw inspiration from players like Jaiswal, fostering a culture of openness to learning and growth.
