Yashasvi Jaiswal’s stellar performances in India’s ongoing series against England have captivated the attention of the cricket world. Displaying remarkable skill with the bat, Jaiswal has racked up two centuries and is closing in on Virat Kohli’s record of most runs for India against England in the red-ball series.
Jaiswal’s knock yesterday, which set the stage for India’s one-sided victory in the third Test at Rajkot, intrigued his Rajasthan Royals teammate Jos Buttler to say he feels sorry for his national Test team , stating that “it is a shame.”
In the third Test, Yashasvi Jaiswal smashed an unbeaten 214 that helped India propel itself to historic victory, while also equaling the record for most six innings in a Test. It was also India’s biggest win in a Test match since 2021 as the hosts doubled their lead in the 5-match series with a 434-run victory.
His adaptability to all formats has been evident since his debut in senior cricket. Notably, his emergence on the big stage was heralded during the 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL) when he partnered England captain Jos Buttler at the top of the Rajasthan Royals order.
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s dominance was unmistakable as he amassed 625 runs in 14 IPL matches at a staggering strike rate of 163.61, eclipsing even Buttler. Last year his aggressiveness was such that he became the fastest half-centurion in the IPL in just 13 balls, surpassing his senior KL Rahul, who did it in 14 deliveries.
But his strikes in the ongoing test series exemplify his ability to time his attacks perfectly. Despite a brief setback due to a back injury after reaching his maiden century, Jaiswal returned on Day 4 to further torment the English bowlers.
Partnering Shubman Gill, he put together a crucial 159-run partnership before resuming his attack, adding another 110 runs in quick succession. Jaiswal’s innings was marked by a remarkable display of power hitting, including 12 towering sixes, which equaled a record previously held by the legendary Wasim Akram.
His monumental contribution was not limited only to the third test. In the previous match, Jaiswal’s 209-run masterpiece showed his dominance, with Gill’s 34 being the next highest score for India. Currently, he stands as the series’ leading run-scorer by a significant margin, amassing 545 runs in just six innings at an astonishing average of 109 and a rapid strike rate of 81.10.
“Getting everything she deserves,” Buttler wrote on Instagram, praising Yashasvi Jaiswal.
Just after watching Yashasvi Jaiswal hit those monster sixes and hit his second double century of the series, Jos Buttler took to Instagram and wrote that even if he is happy for him, it is quite difficult for him to see him do all that against England. Buttler also made sure to give his flowers to Jaiswal and said that he deserves it because he has worked so hard.
“It’s a shame he’s doing it against England but it’s hard not to be so happy for @yashasvijaiswal28. Getting everything he deserves for his talent, hunger and work ethic. WHAT A STAR!” – Butler wrote on his Instagram story.
Jos Buttler on Yashasvi Jaiswal. (Rajasthan Royals). pic.twitter.com/QkK9snuumR
– Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) February 18, 2024
Meanwhile, the fourth Test between India and England begins from February 23.
