Yashasvi Jaiswal's Brother Sacrificed His Cricket Dream, Now Shines with First-Class 50 in Ranji Trophy

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Indian cricketer Yashasvi Jaiswal’s elder brother Tejasvi Jaiswal recently marked a milestone in his cricket journey, scoring his debut First-Class half-century for Tripura against Baroda in the Ranji Trophy on November 6.

Tejasvi’s 82-run knock was a breakthrough moment in a cricketing career defined by personal sacrifice and determination, allowing his younger brother Yashasvi to pursue his dreams.

The Jaiswal brothers shared an early passion for cricket, journeying from Bhadohi in Uttar Pradesh to Mumbai in 2012 with aspirations of representing India. However, their father’s limited income from his hardware shop couldn’t support both dreams.

In an interview with the Indian Express, Tejasvi revealed his own dreams of becoming a cricketer which he had to sacrifice for his younger brother. “I also wanted to play cricket, but the financial situation of our family was not good,” Tejasvi said. “Yashasvi was doing well… So by the end of 2013, I quit Mumbai and cricket and moved to Delhi.”

Leaving Mumbai to Secure Yashasvi Jaiswal's Future

Tejasvi, who was then 17, made the difficult decision to quit cricket, ultimately moving to Delhi to work as a salesman in a decorative lights store. The elder Jaiswal took up this job to support Yashasvi financially, sending him pocket money while juggling his own responsibilities, including getting their two elder sisters married.

“Anyway, Mumbai was too expensive for both of us,” Tejasvi shared, describing the sacrifices they made, including living in a groundskeeper’s tent at Mumbai’s Azad Maidan to save money.

Tejasvi’s departure was partly influenced by an accusation of age fraud, which saw him benched for over a year in Mumbai after a seven-wicket haul in the Harris Shield. This cloud of controversy, he explained, also made his decision easier, as he didn’t want to jeopardise Yashasvi’s budding career.

Tejasvi Jaiswal’s Journey Back to Cricket and Recent Success

Despite being away from the sport for years, Tejasvi’s resilience led him back to the game. Now 27, he decided to move to Tripura to relaunch his career in the domestic circuit, recently making headlines with his gritty knock of 82 against Baroda.

This performance not only showcased his talent but also marked a personal achievement after years of hard work and sacrifice. Reflecting on how their lives have changed, he said, “By 2021, my sisters got married, and Yashasvi got the IPL contract. Life eased for us after that.”