India’s promising batter Yashasvi Jaiswal has achieved a significant milestone in his burgeoning international cricket career, becoming the first player to score 1,000 runs in international cricket in 2024. Jaiswal reached this landmark during India’s second T20I match against Sri Lanka at Pallekele.
In a rain-shortened game, India was set a target of 78 runs to chase. Jaiswal contributed a swift 30 runs off just 15 balls, showcasing his aggressive batting style with three fours and two sixes at a strike rate of 200.00.
Key Stats and Achievements:
- Total Runs in 2024: Jaiswal has amassed 1,023 runs in 13 matches this year.
- Average and Strike Rate: He has maintained an impressive average of 63.93 and a strike rate of 94.54.
- Centuries and Fifties: Jaiswal has scored two centuries and five fifties, with his highest score being an unbeaten 214.
- Formats: His runs have come from Test and T20I matches, as he has yet to debut in ODIs.
Comparative Performance:
- Kusal Mendis (Sri Lanka): Second on the list with 888 runs in 26 matches, including six fifties.
- Ibrahim Zadran (Afghanistan): Third with 844 runs in 25 matches, featuring a century and eight fifties.
Test and T20I Contributions:
- Test Matches: In six Tests, Jaiswal has scored 740 runs at an average of 74.00, including two double tons and three fifties. His top score is 214*.
- T20Is: Over seven T20Is, he has accumulated 283 runs at an average of 47.16, with two half-centuries and a strike rate of 175.77. His best T20I score is 77*.
Jaiswal’s exceptional performance underscores his rapid rise in international cricket, demonstrating both consistency and flair. His achievements mark a significant milestone not only for him personally but also for Indian cricket as they continue to nurture young talent.
As Jaiswal continues to break records and set new benchmarks, cricket enthusiasts eagerly await his future performances, particularly his much-anticipated ODI debut.
