Yashasvi Jaiswal has done another great thing in his career. He scored his 7th Test century before turning 24. This is quite rare, and this achievement has placed him among the few players who have scored seven or more Test centuries at such a young age.
With this century, Jaiswal joined the ranks of players who have scored seven or more Test hundreds before the age of 24, a milestone previously achieved by legends like Don Bradman, Sachin Tendulkar and Garfield Sobers, all of whom had more than seven hundreds by that age.
This achievement demonstrates Jaiswal’s consistent, relaxed approach and excellent improvement in technique.
This hundred came on the 2nd day of the India vs West Indies Test, where Jaiswal showed control and patience from the start. By the end of Day One, India’s score was 318/2 and Jaiswal was not out on 173.
He completed his century off 145 balls, where he also showed off his smart stroke with solid defence. Rotating the strike in every over and sharp short selection against both pace and spin were the highlights of his innings.
Born in Uttar Pradesh, he moved to Mumbai at a young age with his cricket dreams. He had no money or a place to live. He used to sell pani puri on the streets and practiced near the ground every day and night.
Despite all the difficulties, Jaiswal has not given up on his passion. His journey from Mumbai’s domestic circuit to international cricket. A living example that no dream is too big if there is courage and hard work.
Jaiswal’s seventh Test century before turning 24 is a testament to his hard work and long journey. His 173 not out not only strengthens India’s position but also makes him one of the most reliable young batsmen in Test cricket.
