India left-handed batter Yashasvi Jaiswal revealed how Virat Kohli's advice helped him to shape his career. The young batter is currently in Australia for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 where he will play his maiden Test on Australian soil. Jaiswal said that Virat Kohli's advice to be disciplined in every aspect of life is the guiding principle of his ambition to have a long career in the national team.
The 22-year-old made his Test debut last year in West India and he is currently one of the consistent performer for India in the longest format of the game. He has already scored three centuries and eight half-centuries in just 14 Tests with an average of over 56.
"When I started playing senior cricket, I spoke to Virat Paaji about how he manages himself," Jaiswal told bcci.tv.
"Paaji (Kohli) said to me that if I have to play all that cricket (as long as he has), then I have to be disciplined in my daily routines, follow the process.
"I have seen him (Kohli) doing the stuff consistently day-by-day (day in day out), he motivates me to work on myself and make a difference in my habits," he said.
Jaiswal then elaborated on the template that he follows in his routine.
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"I have always believed in consistency in my work. I have always had a plan when I go for practice. The focus is on recovery, to remain fresh for next practice, taking care of my diet," he said.
"The desire to play for India is the biggest motivation I have, really blessed to have these opportunities and ready for it," Jaiswal added.
The upcoming Test series against Australia is important for India to seal their spot in the World Test Championship (WTC) final which will take place in England next year. India need to register 4-0 win in the five Test match series to confirm the berth in WTC final for third consecutive time without depending on other teams' outcomes.
