By:- B.T Team
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Yashasvi Jaiswal was only 11 when he moved to Mumbai to pursue cricket, living alone far from his family.
Child Prodigy
He spent years living in a tent at Azad Maidan, managing studies and cricket while struggling for basic amenities.
Tent Life
Pani Puri Seller
To support his cricket dreams, Jaiswal worked as a pani puri seller during Ram Leela events.
Historic Double Century
Yashasvi is the youngest cricketer to score a double century in the history of the Vijay Hazare Trophy.
He left school early to focus entirely on cricket, showcasing unwavering dedication to his sport.
School Dropout
World Cup Star
Yashasvi was the highest run-scorer in the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup 2020, earning the Player of the Tournament award.
Unbelievable Debut
On his Test debut against the West Indies in 2023, Jaiswal smashed an incredible 171 runs, becoming the highest scorer by an Indian debutant overseas.
Mentorship by Jwala Singh
Jwala Singh, a former cricketer, identified Yashasvi’s talent early and trained him for success, becoming a father figure to him.
In the 2023 IPL, Yashasvi and Jos Buttler formed one of the highest-scoring partnerships for the Rajasthan Royals.
Fastest IPL Fifty
Yashasvi holds the record for the fastest IPL fifty (13 balls), achieved during the 2023 season.