Young India opening batter Yashasvi Jaiswal is on the verge of breaking a monumental record set by cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar, for most runs by an Indian batter in a calendar year. Jaiswal, who has been in sensational form throughout 2024, has scored 1280 runs in 12 matches (23 innings) at an exceptional average of 58.18. His tally includes three centuries and seven fifties, which showcases his consistency and ability to deliver when it matters most.
Currently, Jaiswal is just 282 runs behind Tendulkar’s impressive record of 1562 runs in 2010, a feat that has stood the test of time. With three more matches remaining in the year, Jaiswal is well-placed to surpass this milestone and carve his own name into the record books. Given his remarkable consistency and his ability to rise to the occasion, there’s a strong likelihood that he will emerge at the top of the list by the end of the year.
Jaiswal’s extraordinary form was on full display in the ongoing Test series against Australia. In the second innings of the match, he scored a brilliant 161 (297), after a rare failure in the first innings where he was dismissed for a duck. His second-innings knock was a testament to his resilience and mental toughness. Initially, Jaiswal batted with caution, ensuring that he did not play at deliveries outside the off stump, particularly against the new ball. Once he settled in, the 22-year-old unleashed an array of stunning strokes, driving 15 fours and hammering three sixes, showing the attacking flair that has become his trademark. His knock, along with KL Rahul's steady partnership, helped India post a solid total and provided a strong foundation for the team.
Jaiswal’s rise in international cricket has been meteoric since his debut in July 2023. In just 15 matches (28 innings), he has accumulated 1568 runs at an average of 58.07, with four centuries and eight fifties to his name. His ability to score big runs consistently has made him a vital part of India’s batting lineup. Early in 2024, he created history by becoming just the seventh player in Test cricket history to score back-to-back double hundreds. Jaiswal achieved this remarkable feat in the matches against England in Visakhapatnam and Rajkot, where he scored 209 and 214 runs, respectively. These scores made him only the third Indian to achieve such a milestone, following in the footsteps of Vinod Kambli (1993) and Virat Kohli (2017), solidifying his place among India’s next-generation cricketing stars.
As the year progresses, Jaiswal will be determined to maintain his impressive form and break Tendulkar’s long-standing record. His performances have already put him in the spotlight, with fans and cricketing pundits alike lauding his maturity and technique. Jaiswal’s fearless approach to batting, combined with his composure and adaptability in different conditions, makes him a future leader of India’s batting line-up. The fact that he has already achieved so much in such a short span speaks volumes about his talent, work ethic, and cricketing acumen.
Looking ahead, Jaiswal will be eager to continue his stellar run in the remaining matches of the Test series, as India looks to secure a third consecutive series win in Australia. His contributions could be pivotal in India’s pursuit of further glory, both in the ongoing series and in future cricketing challenges. Jaiswal’s ability to adapt to various challenges, his consistency in scoring big runs, and his capacity to produce match-winning performances in high-pressure situations position him as one of the brightest young prospects in world cricket.
Moreover, Jaiswal’s success could also serve as an inspiration to countless aspiring cricketers, particularly in India, where his story of rapid rise from domestic cricket to the international stage exemplifies the potential of hard work, determination, and skill. As he continues to break records and rewrite cricketing history, fans will eagerly await his performances, especially as he inches closer to breaking Tendulkar’s record and cements his place among the all-time greats of Indian cricket.
