Yashasvi Jaiswal scores big in 2nd innings after a duck on Day 1 of Perth Test; opener breaks record of coach Gautam Gambhir

Yashasvi Jaiswal makes a stunning comeback on Day 2 after a heartbreaking duck on the previous day, having scored half-a-ton in the second innings of the Perth Test.

The 22-year-old opener has set yet another new record, surpassing the milestone set by India head coach, Gautam Gambhir, 16 years ago.

Jaiswal now holds the record of scoring the most runs by an Indian left-handed batter in a calendar year.


Jaiswal surpassed Gambhir's 2008 total of 1134 runs. As of Saturday, Jaiswal has accumulated over 1161 runs in Test matches in 2024, averaging 55.28 with seven fifties and two centuries.

Jaiswal's performance in the Perth Test followed a contrasting first innings where he was dismissed for a duck. However, in his second innings, he contributed a crucial 42 runs off 88 balls, helping India build a substantial lead of 130 runs by tea.

This year, Jaiswal has been a standout performer for India in Test cricket. His remarkable run began during the England series, where he amassed more than 700 runs, including two double centuries. He currently holds the second-highest run total in Test matches this year, trailing behind England's Joe Root, who has 1338 runs

Ind vs Aus: Bumrah's brigade dominates Day 2

India took control of the Perth Test on day two, dismissing Australia for a paltry 104 and building a commanding lead of 150 runs.

Resuming their innings at 67/7, Australia could only add 37 runs before being bowled out. Mitchell Starc top-scored with a gritty 26 runs off 112 deliveries.

Jasprit Bumrah was the pick of the Indian bowlers, claiming his 11th five-wicket haul in Test matches with figures of 5/30.

Brief Scores: 150 & 145/0 (Yashasvi Jaiswal 74*-, KL Rahul 56*-, Nathan Lyon 0/16) vs Australia 104 (Mitchell Starc 26, Alex Carey 21, Jasprit Bumrah 5/30).