In a dazzling display of skill and resilience, 22-year-old Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal achieved a milestone in his budding Test career by scoring his maiden double century on the second day of the second Test against England.Playing in only his sixth Test match, Jaiswals extraordinary innings propelled India to a total of 375 for 7 in 102 overs. His innings included an impressive array of shots, comprising 18 fours and seven sixes. This outstanding performance not only showcased Jaiswals talent but also underscored his potential as a key player for the Indian team.That Leap. That Celebration. That Special Feeling 👏 👏Heres how Yashasvi Jaiswal notched up his Double Hundred 🎥 🔽Follow the match ▶️ https://t.co/X85JZGt0EV#TeamIndia | #INDvENG | @ybj_19 | @IDFCFIRSTBank pic.twitter.com/CUiikvbQqa— BCCI (@BCCI) February 3, 2024Jaiswals double century made him the third youngest Indian to achieve this feat in Test cricket. The record for the youngest Indian to score a double century is held by Vinod Kambli, who accomplished this milestone against England at the age of 21 years and 335 days in 1993. Kambli also holds the record for being the second youngest Indian double centurion, achieving the feat at the age of 21 years and 355 days against Zimbabwe.Before Kambli, the record was held by legendary batsman Sunil Gavaskar, who scored his maiden ton in West Indies in 1971.Jaiswals Test JourneyYashasvi Jaiswal had previously made a mark on his Test debut against the West Indies last year, scoring 171 runs. Although he faced a setback in the series opener against England in Hyderabad, where he contributed 80 runs in a losing cause, his recent double century has re-established his prominence in the Indian batting lineup.Resuming his innings at 179 on the second day, Jaiswal showcased resilience and determination. Partnering with overnight batter Ravichandran Ashwin (20), Jaiswal added another crucial 28 runs before Ashwins dismissal by James Anderson.Achieving the MilestoneThe moment of glory came for Jaiswal in the 102nd over when he reached the double century mark with a six and a four off Shoaib Bashirs bowling. The young openers ability to convert starts into substantial scores is indicative of his growing maturity as a Test batsman.Gill: The prince who is groomed.Jaiswal: The prince who rose from ashes !!Well Played Jaiswal !!#INDvENG #YashasviJaiswalpic.twitter.com/WAQmPOwnNa— Daily Dose of Hitman !!⚡️ (@PureRohitian45) February 3, 2024Series SituationIndia, currently trailing 0-1 in the ongoing five-match series, will look to leverage Jaiswals stellar performance to level the series. His innings not only puts India in a commanding position in the second Test but also adds a layer of excitement and anticipation for cricket enthusiasts eagerly following this intriguing series.
