Yashasvi Jaiswal continued his incredible rise in international cricket by scoring his fourth Test hundred on Day 3 of the first Test against Australia in Perth. At just 22 years old, Jaiswal has now joined an elite list of Indian batters with the most Test centuries before turning 23.
Most Test Hundreds by Indian Batters Before Turning 23
- 8 – Sachin Tendulkar
- 5 – Ravi Shastri
- 4 – Sunil Gavaskar
- 4 – Vinod Kambli
- 4 – Yashasvi Jaiswal
Jaiswal’s composed 101* came under challenging conditions in Australia, making it even more special. This century not only solidifies his place in the Indian Test lineup but also underscores his reputation as one of the brightest young talents in world cricket.
Jaiswal’s Record Knock
The southpaw reached the landmark in style, smashing a six off Josh Hazlewood to bring up his hundred. His innings was a masterclass in patience and shot selection, featuring seven boundaries and a maximum. After a first-innings duck, Jaiswal bounced back with a knock of maturity and skill, showcasing why he is considered the future of Indian cricket.
Match Overview
India has dominated proceedings in Perth, with Jaiswal anchoring the second innings after a strong opening stand with KL Rahul (57). The duo laid the foundation for India to build a massive lead, which now stands at over 240 runs.
This incredible display of batting followed a stellar bowling performance by Jasprit Bumrah, who picked up a five-wicket haul to skittle Australia for just 104 in their first innings.