30 Tests, 30 Places: Yashavi Jaiswal follows in Sachin Tendulkar’s footsteps with rare feat

Yashavi Jaiswal (Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry photo)

when Yashavi Jaiswal He came out to bat in Galle for the first Test against Sri Lanka, playing the 30th Test of his career. The feat came with an unusual record – Jaiswal played each of his first 30 Tests at a different venue.India’s opener has never played a Test on the same ground twice.His journey began at Roseau in July 2023, and after stops across the Caribbean, South Africa, India, England and Australia, he reached his 30th Test in Galle on Saturday.

Jaiswal’s Test record is impressive

Jaiswal has made a strong start to his Test career. In 30 matches, he scored 2,567 runs in 55 innings, including seven centuries and 13 fifties. His highest score is an unbeaten 214, while his batting average is 48.43.Jaiswal’s unique record also puts him in the company of two former Indian batsmen.Sanjay Manjrekar He played his first 33 Tests at 33 different venues, while Sachin Tendulkar He appeared in 32 different places in his first 32 Tests.

Another unfortunate run out for Jaiswal

However, the historic Test ended on a disappointing note for Jaiswal as he was run out for 32.Jaiswal looked comfortable during his 37-ball stay and was helping India get off to a steady start in Galle. But an unfortunate mix-up with KL Rahul led to his innings being ended early.Jaiswal lost his balance after colliding with the bowler and confusion ensued between the batsmen. Both Jaiswal and Rahul ended up at the non-striker’s end, leaving Jaiswal stranded and forcing him to drop back.

Yashasvi Jaiswal’s 30 Places and Shows

The third test is valid

The dismissal was Jaiswal’s third innings in Test cricket.The first came against Australia in 2024, when he was dismissed for 82 matches. A year later, he was run out for 175 against the West Indies.Now, in his 30th Test, Jaiswal endured another innings, this time for 32 against Sri Lanka.