Yashasvi Jaiswal Targets Historic Milestone, Eyes Gavaskar's 49-Year-Old Record in Edgbaston Test

Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal is on the cusp of making history, needing just 97 more runs to become the fastest Indian to reach 2,000 Test runs. The young left-hander has the opportunity to surpass Sunil Gavaskar’s long-standing 49-year-old record when India takes on England in the second Test at Edgbaston, starting July 2.

Image: Yashasvi Jaiswal aims to break Sunil Gavaskar's record.

Jaiswal’s consistent performance has been a significant positive for India, particularly during this transitional phase in the longest format of the game. He recently demonstrated his talent with a superb century in the first Test at Headingley, although his efforts were not enough to prevent India from suffering a five-wicket defeat. Despite setting England a challenging target of 371 runs, India was taken by surprise by the composed chase led by Ben Duckett, Zak Crawley, and Joe Root, giving England a 1-0 lead in the five-match series.

Jaiswal’s individual form remains a key source of hope for India as they aim to rebound at Edgbaston. In just 20 Tests, he has accumulated 1,903 runs at an impressive average of 52.86.

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The current record for the fastest Indian to reach 2,000 Test runs is held by the legendary Sunil Gavaskar, who achieved the milestone in his 23rd Test back in 1976. Gavaskar later became the first cricketer to score 10,000 Test runs. Rahul Dravid and Virender Sehwag follow on the list, having reached 2,000 runs in their 25th Tests.

With his elegant strokeplay and notable temperament, Jaiswal now has the chance to join and even surpass these greats, providing India with a crucial boost in what is a must-win Test match.