IND vs NZ 2nd Test: Yashaswi Jaiswal joins elite cricket club, becomes first Indian player to…

IND vs NZ 2nd Test: Yashaswi Jaiswal made history by becoming the first Indian to hit 30 sixes in a calendar year in Test matches. Known for his fearless batting, Jaiswal showcased his power-hitting skills in the longer formats, achieving the milestone at the start of India’s chase of 359 against New Zealand in the second Test in Puna.

Jaiswal hit the milestone with a six off New Zealander Tim Southee in the first over of the innings. He bowled the second ball over deep square leg, signaling his aggressive approach.

Commentators praised his confidence and technique, especially when he followed up with two more sixes before lunch, setting the intense tone of the chase.

Jaiswal joins an exclusive group by becoming only the second man to hit 30 sixes in a calendar year cricket player to achieve this in Test history. New Zealand’s Brendon McCullum set the original record with 30 sixes back in 2014. With more matches to come, Jaiswal has a great chance to take the record further.

The achievement came at a crucial time as India faced an uphill task of chasing 359 runs to avoid a home Test series defeat for the first time since 2012. The pressure remains high with India trailing 1-0 in three matches. series

Jaiswal was dismissed after scoring 77 off 65 balls with 8 fours and 3 sixes. Left-arm orthodox spinner Mitchell Santner took his wicket and was caught by Daryl Mitchell. He had a partnership of 62 with Shubman Gill as India looked good to reach the total.

Another collapse in India

However, India crashed again. Virat Kohli out for 17 off 40 balls, Rishabh Pant 0 for 3 and Shubman Gill 23 off 31 balls. Sarfaraz Khan was out in 9 off 15 balls.

Santner, who took 7-53 in India’s first innings, is bowling brilliantly to take 5/62 so far. India are struggling at 168/7 with Ravinchandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja batting.