Yashasvi Jaiswal's place in India's white-ball setup, particularly in ODIs, has come under scrutiny following the 2025 series against England. The left-handed opener, known for his aggressive batting in Tests and T20Is, has yet to cement a consistent spot in the 50-over format.
During the three-match ODI series in February 2025, Jaiswal scored 15, 56, and 12 runs, with his only fifty coming in the second ODI in Cuttack. Despite flashes of brilliance, his overall average of 27.66 raised questions about his adaptability to the longer white-ball format.
India's ODI squad for the 2025 Champions Trophy, held in February-March, did not include Jaiswal as a first-choice opener, with Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill preferred. Jaiswal was named as a traveling reserve but did not play a match in the tournament, which India won.
Experts suggest Jaiswal's aggressive style, effective in T20Is, may need refinement for ODIs, where building longer innings is crucial. His T20I record remains strong, with a strike rate of over 140, but the ODI format demands more patience and rotation of strike.
As India looks ahead to the 2027 ODI World Cup, Jaiswal's development in the 50-over game will be key. He is expected to get more opportunities in bilateral series later in 2026 to prove his mettle.
