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When Yashasvi Jaiswal Launched A Three-Six Carnage On James Anderson In Rajkot Test

Akshita Patel

When Yashasvi Jaiswal dominated James Anderson [Source: @srcrypto9933, @RichKettle07/X.com]When Yashasvi Jaiswal dominated James Anderson [Source: @srcrypto9933, @RichKettle07/X.com]

On February 18, 2024, during the third Test between India and England in Rajkot, Yashasvi Jaiswal showed a moment of pure brilliance that will be remembered for years to come. He shattered the legendary James Anderson with 3 successive sixes, breaking the record books along the way.

It was Day 4, and India had already mounted pressure. Having batted first and scored 445 in the first innings, they declared their second at 430/4, leaving England a humongous target by a 556-run lead.

But it was Jaiswal’s innings that stood tall, a commanding 214* off 236 balls, marking his second double-century of the series.

Yashasvi Jaiswal Tormented James Anderson With Mighty Power

The turning point arrived in the 85th over. With Yashasvi Jaiswal on 159, Anderson delivered a full toss, which was quickly flicked over fine leg for a six.

The next ball, Jaiswal danced down the track and sent it soaring over extra cover. Then came the final blow, a massive six straight back over the bowler’s head. 3 sixes in a row, all off one of the most respected pacers in world cricket.

That over wasn’t just spectacular; it was historic. Jaiswal became the first cricketer ever to hit 20 sixes in a single Test series, breaking Rohit Sharma’s record of 19. He also equalled the record for most sixes in an innings (12), joining Wasim Akram’s 1996 feat.

In a series that showcased his temperament and shot-making flair, this stood out as a bold declaration: Yashasvi Jaiswal had arrived. 

After bowling out England for 122 in the fourth inning, India registered a massive 434-run victory. India went on to win the 4th and 5th Tests comfortably to seal the 5-game series with a 4-1 win.