Yashasvi Jaiswal Shines in Leeds with Maiden Century Against England

Indian cricket's young sensation, Yashasvi Jaiswal, etched his name in history by scoring his maiden Test century against England at Leeds, showcasing his incredible talent and resilience.

During a post-match press conference on day one, Jaiswal expressed his joy, stating, "I enjoy whenever I make centuries, I love it. But there are some special moments, first is first always." The left-handed opener joined the illustrious company of former Indian greats like Saurav Ganguly, Vijay Manjrekar, Sandeep Patil, and Murali Vijay who have also scored Test tons in their inaugural innings on English soil.

This milestone marks the beginning of the 2025-27 World Test Championship cycle for both teams. Jaiswal, boasting the highest average among those who've played at least five Tests against England, has amassed 813 runs in just six Tests, proving his prowess on the field.

His century at Headingley is his fifth overall, underscoring his consistency outside Asia. Impressively, Jaiswal's centuries have been spread across challenging conditions in Australia, the West Indies, and now England.

Despite being dismissed for 101 by England's captain Ben Stokes after tea, Jaiswal's innings featured 16 boundaries and a six, leaving an indelible impact and affirming his future as a cricketing superstar. (ANI)

(With inputs from agencies.)