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Yashasvi Jaiswal switched from Mumbai to Goa in domestic cricket. The young Indian opener, known as one of the country’s top batting talents, obtained a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA), allowing him to represent Goa.
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s Swift Transfer Raises Eyebrows
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s rapid transfer has surprised Mumbai and IPL circles. Reports indicate he secured the NOC in just an hour. The Goa Cricket Association (GCA) reportedly offered him captaincy, a role unavailable in Mumbai due to the presence of senior players like Ajinkya Rahane and Shreyas Iyer, who lead the red-ball and white-ball teams, respectively.
Expressing his gratitude to Mumbai cricket, Jaiswal wrote to MCA,
“I have had the privilege of representing Mumbai in domestic cricket and have immensely benefited from the opportunities provided by the association. However, after careful consideration of my career aspirations and personal circumstances, I have decided to seek a transfer to Goa to continue my domestic cricket journey.”
At the time of his email, Jaiswal (23) was in Guwahati, preparing to fly to Chandigarh for Rajasthan Royals’ IPL match against Punjab Kings on April 5. He reportedly received the NOC before boarding his flight.
Yashasvi Jaiswal: A Decision Rooted in Opportunity & Past Incidents
Sources reveal that Yashasvi Jaiswal discussed the move with MCA officials, citing Goa’s captaincy offer. However, speculation suggests dissatisfaction with Mumbai’s team management also played a role. He was once asked to leave the field by Ajinkya Rahane during a Ranji Trophy match. Other unreported incidents may have further influenced his departure.
Jaiswal is not the first high-profile player to shift to Goa from Mumbai. A few seasons ago, Arjun Tendulkar made a similar move. Although geographically in western India, Goa falls under the South Zone in the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) structure.
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s Impressive Domestic Cricket Achievements
Since his Mumbai debut in 2019, Jaiswal has delivered impressive performances:
- Ranji Trophy: 10 matches, 863 runs at an average of 53.93, including four centuries and two fifties.
- List A Cricket: 25 matches, 1,296 runs at an average of 58.9, featuring five centuries, including a double hundred.
- T20 Cricket: 28 matches, 648 runs at a strike rate of 136.42.
In international cricket, Jaiswal has represented India in 19 Tests, one ODI, and 23 T20Is.
With this move, Jaiswal begins a new phase in his career, one that could offer him leadership opportunities and more consistent playing time. His progress will be closely watched as he continues to establish himself in Indian cricket.
