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Yashasvi Jaiswal's Test Centuries List: What Is India Opener's Highest Score In Purest Format?



Jaiswal hammered a blistering ton vs AUS [Source: @ddsportschannel/X]Jaiswal hammered a blistering ton vs AUS [Source: @ddsportschannel/X]

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India's swashbuckling batter Yashasvi Jaiswal showcased his remarkable batting attributes, slamming a sparkling century in the ongoing first Test against Australia at Perth Stadium. Opening the batting with KL Rahul, Jaiswal exhibited commendable skill and resilience to stun the Aussies with a magnificent ton in their backyard. His valiant batting effort scripted India's heroic comeback after restricting Australia to a paltry 104-run total in the first innings. 

This was Jaiswal's fourth Test century, as he regained his mojo with a glorious knock on Perth's pace-friendly pitch. So, as he continues to frustrate Australia with his technique and temperament, here's a list of centuries he has hit in the purest format so far. 

Yashasvi Jaiswal's Test Centuries List

Sl no
Opposition
Final Score
Year
1West Indies1712023
2England2092024
3England214*2024
4Australia124* (batting currently)2024

Thus, as mentioned in the above table, Jaiswal has hammered four Test centuries, oozing his class in a brief international career. He enjoyed stellar success in the England home series, and this is his second overseas ton in the purest format. 

Yashasvi Jaiswal's Highest Test Score

India's promising southpaw Yashasvi Jaiswal is known for his aggressive stroke-play across formats. Despite playing with an attacking mindset, Jaiswal has managed to pile up solid numbers, thanks to his ability to smack daddy hundreds. Statistically, his highest Test score is 214*, which he scored against the Englishmen earlier this year. 

Jaiswal Leads India's Fightback in Perth Test

Riding on Jaiswal's gorgeous century and KL Rahul's patient knock of 77 runs, India have secured a healthy lead with nine wickets in hand. At the time of writing, the visitors were comfortably placed at 227 for one, with Jaiswal batting alongside Devdutt Padikkal.