Yashasvi Jaiswal’s decision to part ways with Mumbai and join Goa has taken many by surprise. The left-handed batter, who began his cricketing journey with Mumbai as a teenager, has been one of their standout performers since making his debut.
A few days back, the 23-year-old requested a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) via email, expressing his desire to make the switch. The MCA approved his request, officially ending his stint with the Mumbai side.
We fully respect the decision: MCA President Ajinkya Naik
In an exclusive chat with RevSportz, MCA president Ajinkya Naik commented on Jaiswal’s move, saying: “All cricketers are respected by the MCA. As the apex council, we are constantly striving to provide them with the best possible support. We ensure that all necessary facilities are made available and fully respect the choices they make. To date, we have extended full support in terms of infrastructure, resources and recognition. We remain committed to doing everything within our power to help them excel, both for Mumbai and for the nation.
It is understood that Jaiswal’s move to Goa was motivated by the opportunity to take on a leadership role. With senior players like Ajinkya Rahane, Shreyas Iyer, and Suryakumar Yadav already established as leaders in the Mumbai setup, Jaiswal’s chances of captaining the side were slim. Goa, on the other hand, is said to have offered him the captaincy, which he has reportedly accepted.
In the ongoing IPL 2025 season, Jaiswal has shown signs of returning to form after a slow start. He played a crucial knock of 67 off 45 balls against the Punjab Kings, helping his team secure their second win of the tournament. So far, he has scored 101 runs in four matches with scores of 1, 29, 4, and 67.