Yashasvi Jaiswal, India’s Test opener, is making a significant shift from Mumbai to Goa for the 2025-26 season, where he will serve as captain. Despite his deep roots in Mumbai cricket, Jaiswal seeks a No-Objection Certificate to officially make the move.
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