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Vishal Jayswal delivers a stellar performance by taking the wickets of both Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant in a single match (Credits :"X")

Overview:

As a batter, he has notched up a century and a half-century in first-class matches, as well as a fifty in List A cricket.

In Delhi’s second match of the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy against Gujarat at the BCCI Centre of Excellence Ground 1 in Bengaluru, Virat Kohli continued his strong run in one-day cricket by scoring another half-century. After starting the competition with an impressive century that helped Delhi secure a four-wicket win, Kohli was expected to deliver another standout performance. He didn’t disappoint, playing a dynamic innings of 77 runs off 61 balls, including 13 fours and a six, at a strike rate of 126.23. Kohli’s performance once again showcased his consistency and ability to shine in limited-overs cricket.

Virat Kohli’s promising innings came to an end in the 22nd over when Gujarat’s left-arm spinner Vishal Jayswal dismissed him, with wicketkeeper Urvil Patel stumping him. This crucial wicket halted Kohli’s bid for another century and marked a significant breakthrough for Gujarat, considering Kohli’s stellar form and track record.

Vishal Jayswal continued to make an impact. After Rishabh Pant had settled into a strong half-century and appeared to steer the innings, Jayswal struck again. In the 44th over, he dismissed Pant for 70, a crucial wicket that put a serious dent in Delhi’s momentum.

Jayswal also dismissed opener Arpit Rana (10) and Nitish Rana (12), finishing with career-best figures of 4/42 from 10 overs. Earlier, he had claimed one wicket in Gujarat’s eight-wicket win over Services in the tournament’s opening match.

Who is Vishal Jayswal?

Jayswal represents Gujarat in domestic cricket, showcasing his skills as a left-handed batter and left-arm spinner. He has played 16 T20 matches, 12 List A games, and 11 first-class fixtures so far.

Jayswal made his debut in October 2022, coming in at number nine and getting out for a golden duck without bowling. Since then, he has taken 64 wickets in total, with 40 of those coming in first-class cricket. As a batter, he has notched up a century and a half-century in first-class matches, as well as a fifty in List A cricket.

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