Yashasvi Jaiswal and Akash Deep’s 107-run stand earned high praise from a legendary source, with Sachin Tendulkar applauding both efforts.
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Tendulkar Hails Yashasvi Jaiswal’s Grit After Oval Masterclass
From one Mumbai batting great of the past to a rising star of India’s future, Yashasvi Jaiswal earned high praise from none other than Sachin Tendulkar after anchoring India’s strong third-innings effort at The Oval with a composed century.
Yashasvi Jaiswal 118 not only provided the backbone to India’s innings but also marked a fitting end to his tour, having scored hundreds in both his first and last innings. The iconic batter after whom the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy is partly named took to social media to commend the 23-year-old’s maturity and skill.
“Outstanding 100 by Yashasvi Jaiswal on a sporting pitch that tested courage and concentration,” Tendulkar wrote on his X account, applauding the young southpaw’s temperament under pressure.
Outstanding 100 by Yashasvi on a sporting pitch that tested courage and concentration. Full marks to Akashdeep too, batting with heart and determination under pressure. Keep fighting, India. pic.twitter.com/5ym8JOBKGn
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) August 2, 2025
Akash Deep earns plaudits for first half-century
Yashasvi Jaiswal may have stolen the spotlight with his brilliant century, but it was Akash Deep, promoted as a nightwatchman, who turned heads with his composed and resilient batting on the morning of Day 3. Coming in at number four, Akash surprised everyone with a gritty 66—his highest Test score by far—forming a crucial century stand with Jaiswal that set the tone for India’s commanding third innings.
His efforts earned him praise from none other than Sachin Tendulkar, who made the No. 4 position legendary. “Full marks to Akashdeep too, batting with heart and determination under pressure,” Tendulkar wrote on X. “Keep fighting, India.”
India’s momentum continued with impactful half-centuries from Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar, along with a handy 34 from Dhruv Jurel, helping them post a challenging 374-run target. Despite England’s recent history of chasing down steep targets—including one in the opening Test—India remained firm favourites heading into the final two days.
With England still needing 324 runs and India requiring just eight wickets—especially with Chris Woakes nursing a shoulder injury—the odds are tilted in favour of Shubman Gill’s men. And with Tendulkar’s encouragement ringing loud, the stage is set for a thrilling finish at The Oval.
