The young Indian batter is out of form, and Basit believes it’s time for a serious reset. He urged Jaiswal to focus entirely on cricket and reconnect with his love for the game. If not, he warned, Jaiswal could head down the same disappointing path as Prithvi Shaw — a once-promising talent who couldn’t sustain his place in the Indian team.
Jaiswal’s Form Takes a Hit After Australia Tour
Jaiswal started 2024 strong. His performances raised hopes of a long-term role in India’s batting order. But after India’s 3-1 loss in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, something changed. He hasn’t looked the same since. His timing feels off. His confidence has dipped. In IPL 2025, he’s yet to deliver a match-defining innings.
“Love Cricket Again,” Says Basit
Basit Ali didn’t hold back. “He must learn to love the game again,” he said. “Talent doesn’t last without focus.” The message was clear. It’s not about a bad series or one poor IPL season. It’s about mindset, attitude, and hunger.
He pointed at Prithvi Shaw as a warning. Shaw was once India’s next big thing. But poor form, distractions, and lack of discipline derailed his rise. Basit doesn’t want Jaiswal to fall into the same trap.
Prithvi Shaw: A Career That Lost Direction
Shaw had it all. He scored big runs at the youth level and impressed in his early international outings. But inconsistency and off-field issues held him back. Once seen as a future leader of India’s batting, Shaw now struggles to make the playing XI — even in the IPL.
Basit used Shaw’s story to drive his point home. “Look at Shaw. The hype didn’t help when focus faded,” he said.
Jaiswal Still Has Time
At 22, Jaiswal still has years ahead. But he must act now. He needs to find the drive that made him a star in domestic cricket. Every match in IPL 2025 is a chance to bounce back. He can’t afford to drift any longer.
Basit Ali’s message may be blunt, but it carries truth. If Jaiswal wants to avoid being another “what could have been,” he must regroup fast. Cricket rewards focus, passion, and resilience. Now is the time for Jaiswal to prove he still has all three.
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