Yashasvi Jaiswal’s impeccable record on Indian pitches came to an unexpected halt as he was dismissed for a duck against South Africa in Kolkata, ending a 24-innings streak that had become the envy of international cricket. Before this match, the 23-year-old had compiled 1,322 runs at an outstanding average of 57.47 at home, establishing himself as one of India’s most dependable openers.
Across those 24 innings, Jaiswal had scored three centuries and seven fifties, never falling short of double figures. That extraordinary record finally came to an end in India’s second innings when he faced just four deliveries before being dismissed by seamer Marco Jansen, shocking fans and experts alike.
The match proved a personal struggle for the youngster. In the first innings, Jaiswal contributed a mere 12 runs, bowled by Jansen, and repeated the misfortune in the second innings, registering his lowest total in a Test match. Until now, his previous lowest match aggregate was 13 runs against England at Lord’s.
India’s chase of 124 started poorly. KL Rahul, Jaiswal’s opening partner, managed only one run, giving the Indian opening pair a combined total of just one and zero – the lowest for an Indian opening pair in the last ten years.
Despite the setback, Jaiswal’s career record suggests resilience and promise. Experts believe that the left-handed opener, known for his elegant technique and mature temperament, will overcome this minor blip and continue to be a mainstay of India’s batting line-up. His home run may have ended, but his journey in international cricket is far from over.