- Yashasvi Jaiswal smashed 77 off 65 balls in the second Test against New Zealand, setting two new records.
- Jaiswal became the first Indian to hit 30 Test sixes in a single calendar year, surpassing Virender Sehwag’s record.
- At 22, he also became the youngest Indian to reach 1,000 Test runs in a calendar year, breaking Dilip Vengsarkar’s record.
How Did Jaiswal Make History in Just 77 Runs?
In an intense second Test match against New Zealand at Pune’s MCA Stadium, young Yashasvi Jaiswal put on a thrilling show, scoring a swift 77 runs in only 65 balls. As India chased a target of 359 runs, the pressure was high, but Jaiswal took charge, hitting the ball all around the ground and making the chase look possible. His fiery innings included nine boundaries and three sixes, which brought him not only runs but also several records.
Jaiswal’s remarkable performance etched his name into cricket history as he became the first Indian to score 30 Test sixes in a calendar year, totaling 32 sixes after his latest knock. This achievement puts him just one six short of Brendon McCullum’s world record of 33 sixes in a single year, set in 2014. Additionally, at just 22, Jaiswal reached 1,000 Test runs in a calendar year, making him the youngest Indian to do so, a record previously held by Dilip Vengsarkar in 1979. Only two other Indian batsmen, Gundappa Vishwanath and Sunil Gavaskar, have achieved this milestone of 1,000 home Test runs in a year.
Can India Avoid a Historic Loss at Home?
As thrilling as Jaiswal’s performance was, India faces a tough task against New Zealand. At tea on Day 3, India found themselves struggling at 178-7, still needing 181 runs to secure a win. With only R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja left to support the batting, New Zealand stands on the brink of a historic series victory on Indian soil, something no team has managed since 2012. If New Zealand holds on, it will end India’s dominant home streak.
A Record to Remember
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s talent and determination have thrilled fans and given India a fighting chance. His achievements in this match have broken records and inspired young cricketers. However, with New Zealand pushing for a series win, the question remains: can India make a comeback, or will New Zealand make history?
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