As Australia entered the second session of the Boxing Day Test with momentum on their side, India needed their batters to dig deep.
Rishabh Pant and Jaiswal answered the call, frustrating the hosts with a resilient partnership.
Amid the battle, Mitch Starc added some spice in the 35th over by swapping the bails at the non-striker’s end—a tactic famously used by Stuart Broad during the last Ashes, which had immediately yielded a wicket.
Jaiswal, however, wasn’t fazed. He calmly walked over and switched the bails back. After the next delivery, Starc had a few words for the Indian opener, prompting Jaiswal to reply, “I believe in myself; that’s why I’m here.” Not one to back down, Starc retorted, “Then why change it back if you’re not superstitious?” But Jaiswal had the final say, responding with a grin, “I’m just enjoying this moment in my life.”
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The lighthearted exchange amused fans on Twitter, who were quick to share their reactions, adding to the drama of the day.