Aoba Tanaka 
In a remarkable display of batting prowess, Yashasvi Jaiswal stole the spotlight on the opening day of the Test against England in Visakhapatnam. The young cricketer, playing in only his second Test, showcased maturity beyond his years as he batted through the day, finishing unbeaten on a career-best 179. This comes as his second Test hundred, following his debut score of 171 against West Indies.
Jaiswal’s innings not only anchored India at 336/6 but also etched his name in history by breaking a 60-year-old record. His 179 not out surpassed Budhi Kunderan’s 170* in 1964, marking the highest runs scored by an Indian batter against England on the opening day.
Despite wickets falling at regular intervals and no other Indian batter crossing 34, Jaiswal formed crucial partnerships, emphasizing his ability to adapt and lead from the front. He expressed his desire to convert his innings into a double century and credited the guidance from Rahul Dravid and Rohit Sharma for his confidence.
This historic innings now stands as the joint second-most runs in a day’s play for an Indian batter in a Test against England, alongside Sunil Gavaskar’s 1979 record. As Jaiswal continues to make strides in his budding career, cricket enthusiasts eagerly anticipate his journey, with the hope of witnessing more extraordinary feats. The talented left-hander aims to extend his exceptional form into the upcoming days of the Test, eyeing a maiden double century.
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