Yashasvi Jaiswal has made history by smashing his first ODI century, an unbeaten 116, in the crucial series decider against South Africa. His exceptional batting display powered India to a dominant nine-wicket victory, clinching the three-match series. More significantly, this century marks Jaiswal as the sixth Indian male cricketer to score a hundred in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is.
Joining an illustrious list that includes Shubman Gill and KL Rahul, the 23-year-old showcased remarkable composure and skill. Jaiswal’s innings was the cornerstone of India’s chase of 271. He built a formidable opening partnership, laying a strong foundation before unleashing his aggressive strokeplay. This mature performance, particularly in only his fourth ODI, belies his limited experience in the format.
Laced with 12 boundaries and two sixes, Jaiswal’s century came off 111 deliveries, a moment celebrated with immense joy. His rapid rise through the ranks, marked by previous centuries in Tests and T20Is, now sees him complete the trifecta. This achievement underscores Jaiswal’s potential as a cornerstone for India’s future cricketing ambitions across all formats of the game.