Yashasvi Jaiswal shattered a record held by the legendary Sunil Gavaskar for over half a century. The record, which stood unchallenged for 51 years, involved Gavaskar’s tally of 978 runs in his first 10 Test matches. Jaiswal, in his 10th Test match, has now surged past this milestone, etching his name into cricket’s history books with 1,094 runs.
Rise of Jaiswal
Jaiswal’s journey to stardom began long before this momentous achievement. Known for his humble beginnings and relentless determination, Jaiswal quickly caught the attention of cricket enthusiasts. His early performances in domestic cricket were nothing short of exceptional, leading to his debut for India in 2023. With immense talent and discipline, Jaiswal climbed the ranks, proving that he belonged on the international stage.
Sunil Gavaskar, one of the greatest opening batter in cricket history, set a record in 1973 with 978 runs in his first 10 Tests. This achievement highlighted his brilliance and set a benchmark for future Indian cricketers. For over five decades, this record stood strong, a testament to Gavaskar’s dominance and consistency.
The first Test match against Bangladesh at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai will forever be remembered as the game where Jaiswal etched his name into history. Though he managed only 10 runs in the second innings after a well-crafted 56 in the first, it was enough to surpass Gavaskar’s tally of 978 runs.
Joining elite list
Jaiswal’s record-breaking total not only put him ahead of Gavaskar but also placed him in elite company. On the all-time list for most runs after 10 Tests, Jaiswal now stands fourth, with only cricketing legends like Don Bradman, Everton Weekes, and George Headley ahead of him. This places Jaiswal among the best to ever play the game, showing his potential to reach even greater heights.
Most runs after first 10 Tests
Don Bradman (Australia) – 1,446 runs
Everton Weekes (West Indies) – 1,125 runs
George Headley (West Indies) – 1,102 runs
Yashasvi Jaiswal (India) – 1,094 runs
Mark Taylor (Australia) – 1,088 runs
Crossing the 1,000-run mark in just 10 Tests is an extraordinary feat for any cricketer, but doing so in style, breaking a long-standing record, makes it even more special. Jaiswal’s 1,094 runs, with an average of 68.53, have set a new benchmark for future cricketers. His consistency has made him a cornerstone of India’s batting lineup.
The year 2024 has been nothing short of phenomenal for Jaiswal. In 13 innings, he amassed 806 runs, making him India’s top run-scorer across all formats this year. His hunger for runs and ability to adapt to different formats has made him indispensable for India in all conditions.
Heroics debut against WI
Jaiswal’s arrival on the Test cricket scene was nothing short of spectacular. In his debut match against the West Indies in 2023, he played a monumental knock of 171 runs. This innings announced his entry in grand style and laid the foundation for his success in the format.
The 2024 series against England saw Jaiswal at his best. In five matches, he scored 712 runs, featuring two double-hundreds. His dominance was reminiscent of the great Sunil Gavaskar, who holds the record for the most runs in a Test series for India (774). Jaiswal came close but, in doing so, gave a glimpse of his ability to break more records in the future.
In just 10 matches, Jaiswal has managed 1,094 runs in 18 innings, averaging an impressive 68.53. His highest score of 214 came against England, further cementing his place among cricket’s elite.
