Yashasvi Jaiswal has done it, as he scored his maiden century in his first match in Australia. During the IND vs AUS first Test, the century came in the second innings. Remarkably, he has joined the ranks of India’s greatest batters. Just like Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli, he has scored a century on his first tour to Australia.
Sachin Tendulkar, 1992, Sydney
In January 1992, at the young age of 18, Sachin Tendulkar delivered an unforgettable performance at the Sydney Cricket Ground against Australia. Demonstrating exceptional skill and composure, he scored an unbeaten 148 runs off 298 balls, including 14 boundaries. Facing a fierce Australian bowling attack, Sachin showed his maturity and brilliance, deftly manoeuvring the ball and anchoring the Indian innings. Later, in the same tour, he again scored a century in WACA Stadium Perth, where he scored 114 runs.
Virat Kohli, 2012, Adelaide
Fast forward to 2012, and another young Indian talent came. Virat Kohli, then 23 years old, took on the Australians at the Adelaide Oval. With a competitive spirit and next-level focus, Kohli crafted an innings that marked the beginning of his legendary career. His 116-run knock was a masterclass in handling pressure and aggression. The innings not only added to his burgeoning reputation but also established him as a key player for India in challenging overseas conditions.
Yashasvi Jaiswal, 2024, Perth
In 2024, the cricketing world again directed its attention to Perth, where another young Indian was ready to make his mark. Yashasvi Jaiswal, a 22-year-old sensation from Mumbai, stood tall amidst the pressure of his maiden tour in Australia. At the same city where Sachin had announced his arrival with his second century, Jaiswal delivered an equally stunning performance too.
Youngest Indians to score a 100 in Australia (All formats)
| Age | Batter | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 18yr 253d | Sachin Tendulkar | Sydney |
| 18yr 283d | Sachin Tendulkar | Perth |
| 21yr 091d | Rishabh Pant | Sydney |
| 22yr 042d | Dattu Phadkar | Adelaide |
| 22yr 263d | KL Rahul | Sydney |
| 22yr 330d | Yashasvi Jaiswal | Perth |
| 23yr 080d | Virat Kohli | Adelaide |
