Feb 18: Ind vs Eng 3rd Test: In a stunning display of power-hitting prowess, Yashasvi Jaiswal, the 22-year-old Indian opener, left cricket aficionados in awe as he etched his name in the annals of cricketing history during the 3rd Test match against England in Rajkot. With a performance reminiscent of legends like Virender Sehwag, Jaiswal embarked on a relentless six-hitting spree, catapulting himself to global acclaim and rewriting multiple records along the way.
Team India smashes an exhilarating triumph in the 3rd test against England, clinching a monumental victory by an unprecedented 434-run margin! Led by Rohit Shara , fueled by Yashaswi Jaisawal , Shubman Gill , debutant Sarfaraz, alongside the stellar performance from Ravindra Jadeja and Mohammed Siraj. who have etched their names in cricketing annals! Heartiest congratulations on this historic feat!
Jaiswal’s monumental achievement came to the fore on Day 4 of the riveting encounter at the Niranjan Shah Stadium. His remarkable feat of becoming only the third Indian batsman, following the likes of Vinod Kambli and Virat Kohli, to smash double centuries in consecutive Test matches stood as a testament to his burgeoning talent. But it was his extraordinary tally of 12 sixes in a single Test innings that truly stole the show, matching the esteemed record held by Wasim Akram.
Amidst a backdrop of roaring cheers from the Rajkot crowd, Jaiswal’s innings of 214 not out propelled India to a commanding lead of over 550 runs. His fearless strokeplay, punctuated by 14 boundaries and an astounding dozen sixes, not only demoralized the English bowling attack but also showcased his maturity and adaptability in the face of varying game situations.
What truly set Jaiswal’s performance apart was his ability to seize control of the match after initially weathering a storm. Following a cautious start on Day 3, where he painstakingly accumulated runs amidst the early loss of Rohit Sharma, Jaiswal unleashed his full repertoire of strokes, scoring a blistering 65 runs off just 49 deliveries. His aggressive onslaught in the final session of play on Saturday set the stage for a breathtaking display of cricketing prowess on Sunday.
Despite a brief setback due to a back spasm that forced him to retire hurt temporarily, Jaiswal’s return to the crease on Sunday morning signaled the continuation of his relentless assault on the English bowlers. Partnering with fellow Mumbaikar Sarfaraz Khan, the duo orchestrated a scintillating 172-run partnership, further solidifying India’s dominance in the match.
Jaiswal’s record-breaking spree didn’t stop there. In addition to his double-century heroics, he etched his name in the record books by becoming the first Indian batsman to convert his first three scores of 100 or more into 150-plus scores. Furthermore, his tally of 22 sixes in the series eclipsed Rohit Sharma’s previous record, establishing Jaiswal as a force to be reckoned with in the realm of power-hitting.
As the curtains drew to a close on the 3rd Test match in Rajkot, Yashasvi Jaiswal emerged not only as a match-winner for India but also as a harbinger of a new era in Indian cricket, where audacity and flair reign supreme. His scintillating performance served as a stark reminder of the boundless potential that lies within the realm of the sport, leaving fans and pundits alike eagerly awaiting his next masterclass on the cricketing stage.
Here is the list of records that Yashasvi Jaiswal achieved on Day 4 of the 3rd Test in Rajkot.
- Yashasvi Jaiswal became the first Indian batter to hit more than one double hundred in Tests against England.
- Yashasvi became the 3rd Indian after Virat Kohli and Vinod Kambli to hit double hundreds in successive Tests.
- Yashasvi also became the 3rd Indian batter after Vinoo Mankad and Virat Kohli to score more than one double hundred in a Test series.
- Yashasvi Jaiswal equalled Wasim Akram’s record for most sixes in a Test innings.
- Yashasvi hit the most sixes by a batter in a men’s Test series. He broke Rohit Sharma’s record of 19 against South Africa in 2019.
- Yashavi Jaiswal became the first Indian to convert his first three scores of 100 and more into 150-plus scores.
