Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal made a statement on Day 1 of the first Test against England at Headingley, Leeds, by smashing a brilliant century — scoring 101 runs off 159 balls. The stylish left-hander looked composed and confident as he laid a strong foundation for India in the five-match Test series.
Following his spectacular start, Jaiswal is now well-positioned to challenge several prestigious records. Here’s a look at three major records he can break during the ongoing India vs England Test series:
1. Most Runs by an Indian in a Test Series in England
Currently, Rahul Dravid holds the record for most runs by an Indian in a Test series in England, scoring 602 runs in 2002. With his current form and aggressive mindset, Jaiswal could eye this milestone if he continues to play long innings throughout the series.
2. Fastest Indian to 1000 Test Runs
Yashasvi has already crossed 800 runs in Test cricket. If he manages to maintain this consistency, he could become one of the fastest Indians to reach 1000 Test runs, potentially joining the ranks of legends like Sunil Gavaskar and Vinod Kambli.
3. Most Centuries by an Indian in a Single Test Series in England
Only a few Indian batters have managed to score multiple centuries in a single series in England. If Jaiswal can convert starts into big hundreds, he could become the first Indian opener to score 3 or more Test centuries in one England tour — a feat that would place him in elite company.
Conclusion
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s superb knock at Leeds is more than just a century — it’s a sign of greater things to come. As India takes on England in this high-stakes Test series, all eyes will be on this young star to see if he can rewrite the record books.
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