With 1,094 runs to his name, Jaiswal now stands alongside some of the greatest names in the sport, breaking into an elite list that includes the legendary Don Bradman.
Jaiswals achievement comes as part of a dream start to his Test career, where his hunger for runs and maturity beyond his years have been on full display. His tally of 1,094 runs places him among cricket’s finest early starters:
- Don Bradman (Australia) – 1,446 runs
- Everton Weekes (West Indies) – 1,125 runs
- George Headley (West Indies) – 1,102 runs
- Yashasvi Jaiswal (India) – 1,094 runs
Mark Taylor (Australia) – 1,088 runs
The left-handed Jaiswal achieved the feat during his brief knock of 10 in the second innings of the first Test against Bangladesh in Chennai. He scored well composed 56 in the first innings.
Jaiswal’s journey from the streets of Mumbai to joining this pantheon of greats is an inspiring one. Known for his humble beginnings and dedication to the game, Jaiswal shot to prominence with his exceptional performances in age-group cricket, particularly in the 2020 U-19 World Cup, where he finished as the tournament’s highest run-scorer.
When he made his Test debut for India in 2023, expectations were high, but Jaiswal delivered with the calm and consistency of a seasoned veteran. His debut century in the Caribbean against the West Indies was followed by a string of impressive knocks, and he soon established himself as one of India’s most dependable top-order batters.
To be mentioned in the same breath as Don Bradman, often regarded as the greatest cricketer of all time, is an honor that few cricketers ever experience. Bradman’s 1,446 runs after 10 Tests are a testament to his unparalleled greatness, a record that remains untouchable.
But for Jaiswal to be just behind legendary West Indian greats Everton Weekes and George Headley, both known for their dominant performances in the 1940s and 1950s, speaks volumes about his potential.
His 1,094 runs also surpass Australian icon Mark Taylor, a former captain known for his solid presence at the top of the order. This puts Jaiswal in the company of players who have set high standards of Test match batting, each of whom left a lasting legacy in the game.
Before Jaiswal’s meteoric rise, the record for the most runs scored by an Indian batter in their first 10 Tests belonged to the great Sunil Gavaskar, who had amassed 978 runs during his early days in Test cricket.
