Yashasvi Jaiswal, the young Indian opener, has taken the cricketing world by storm with a scintillating display in the third Test against England in Rajkot. Not only did he smash his second double century in as many matches, but he also shattered a multitude of records in the process, leaving fans and pundits alike in awe.
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Yashasvi Jaiswal’s innings was nothing short of phenomenal. Resuming on 104 overnight after retiring hurt, he returned with renewed determination, reaching his double hundred in just 231 balls. This feat came packed with a series of historic achievements:
6⃣6⃣6⃣! You have Bazball. We have Jaisball. 💥#YashasviJaiswal #INDvENG #INDvsENG #TeamIndia #BharatArmy #COTI🇮🇳pic.twitter.com/16wDhSyVBT
— The Bharat Army (@thebharatarmy) February 18, 2024
Records Rain
- First Indian to convert all three of his debut Test hundreds to 150+ scores. This speaks volumes about his consistency and ability to convert starts into big scores.
- Surpassed Rohit Sharma’s record for most sixes by an Indian in a bilateral Test series. Yashasvi Jaiswal rained down 20 sixes in the match, surpassing Sharma’s 19 against South Africa in 2019. His aggressive batting approach is a breath of fresh air and a nightmare for bowlers.
- Joined an elite club of Indians with two double centuries in a series. Only the legendary Vinoo Mankad and Virat Kohli have achieved this feat before him, placing him in esteemed company.
- Equalled Wasim Akram’s record for most sixes in a Test innings. Raining down 12 maximums, Jaiswal showed his power-hitting prowess against a quality bowling attack.
- Became only the second batter to hit James Anderson for three sixes in an over in Tests. Anderson, a renowned bowler, was left helpless as Yashasvi Jaiswal unleashed his fury. This feat showcases the youngster’s fearlessness and ability to dominate even the best.
Young Gun, Big Records
- Third-youngest player to hit two Test double centuries. Only the legendary Sachin Tendulkar and Vinod Kambli achieved this feat at a younger age, putting Yashasvi Jaiswal in the company of greats.
- Broke Sourav Ganguly’s record for most runs by an Indian left-hander in a Test series at home. Jaiswal’s mammoth 545* runs surpassed Ganguly’s 534 against Pakistan in 2007, highlighting his dominance throughout the series.
Jaiswal with the biggest mauling of a Mr. Anderson since the Matrix! 🤯#INDvENG #BazBowled #JioCinemaSports #IDFCFirstBankTestSeries pic.twitter.com/WBS4KsnI3V
— JioCinema (@JioCinema) February 18, 2024
Team India Rewrite History
Inspired by Jaiswal’s heroics, Team India itself rewrote the record books. They smashed their most sixes in a Test innings (18) and match (28), showcasing their aggressive intent. The 48* sixes struck by India in the series so far is also the best-ever by a team in a bilateral series.
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s knock showcased his immense talent and potential. His ability to score big runs consistently and play with fearlessness makes him a valuable asset for India. With his young age and hunger for success, the future looks incredibly bright for this rising star. This match has not only secured India’s dominance in the series but also unearthed a gem who promises to entertain and enthrall audiences for years to come.
