Yashasvi Jaiswal, on February 3, joined the ranks of Sunil Gavaskar and Vinod Kambli by achieving a remarkable milestone—his maiden double century in Test cricket. The 22-year-old left-handed opener accomplished this feat during the first innings of the second Test against England in Visakhapatnam.
Yashasvi Jaiswal expresses his desire to convert his current score of 179 into a maiden double century in the ongoing second Test against England. The 22-year-old left-handed batter emphasizes the importance of recovering well for the upcoming challenges
From a modest background in a remote town in eastern Uttar Pradesh, his extraordinary journey to become the third-youngest Indian to achieve a Test double century is truly inspiring.
Jaiswal’s unbeaten 179 on Day 1 led India to seize the advantage in the second Test, overcoming consistent wickets from the England side. Displaying aggression, he took on the England spinners, particularly smashing Tom Hartley for three consecutive boundaries to set the tempo.
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s journey to cricketing success was marked by numerous sacrifices and unwavering dedication. Departing from his humble beginnings in a small town, he ventured to Mumbai, the city of dreams, with the goal of transforming his childhood aspirations into actuality.
His struggle included sleeping in makeshift tents at Azad Maidan and working at a street food stall to make a living, symbolizing the perseverance shared by many aspiring cricketers who converge on the bustling metropolis to chase their dreams.
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s Performance in IND vs ENG Tests
In the initial Test against England, Jaiswal narrowly missed a century in the first innings, yet he persevered undeterred by the setback. Demonstrating remarkable resilience, he made a stunning comeback in the following match, smashing an impressive 209 runs. This outstanding performance not only marked his maiden double century but also established him as the highest scorer for India on the opening day of a Test match against England, breaking a 60-year-old record in the process.
