Yashasvi Jaiswal, the burgeoning talent in Indian cricket, has made an indelible mark on the record books through his extraordinary displays in the ongoing Test series against England. His exceptional performance has not only caught the attention of cricket enthusiasts but has also left a lasting impression on the cricketing world.
Milestone
In a spectacular display of skill and determination, Yashasvi Jaiswal has become only the fifth Indian batsman to achieve the remarkable feat of scoring 600 or more runs in a Test series. His latest innings, a composed 73 runs on the second day of the fourth Test in Ranchi, propelled him past the coveted 600-run mark. This achievement is particularly impressive considering Jaiswal accomplished it in just seven innings across four Tests.
Impressive Stats
Jaiswal’s numbers speak for themselves. With a staggering total of 618 runs in the series against England, he boasts an impressive average of 103 and a formidable strike rate of 78.32. His remarkable consistency is underscored by two centuries and two half-centuries, making him a vital asset to the Indian team.
Joining Legends
By surpassing the 600-run mark, Jaiswal has joined an elite league of Indian cricketing legends. Sunil Gavaskar, Virat Kohli, Dilip Sardesai, and Rahul Dravid are the only other Indian batsmen to have achieved this milestone in Test cricket. With the prospect of surpassing Gavaskar’s legendary record of 774 runs in a series, Jaiswal is on the verge of etching his name in cricketing folklore.
Setting New Records
Not content with just one milestone, Jaiswal has also broken Virender Sehwag’s record for the most Test sixes by an Indian batsman in a calendar year. His tally of 23 sixes in just five matches in 2024 is a testament to his aggressive batting style and ability to dominate opposition bowlers.
Greater Heights
As he stands just 66 runs away from the prestigious 1000-run milestone in Test cricket, Jaiswal’s journey is only beginning. With an impressive average of 71.84, he has already established himself as one of the most promising talents in the cricketing world.
Footsteps of Legends
In achieving this feat, Jaiswal now finds himself in the esteemed company of cricketing luminaries such as Sir Don Bradman, Sir Garfield Sobers, Graeme Smith, George Headley, and Neil Harvey.
