In a sensational display of skill and composure, Yashasvi Jaiswal created a buzz on social media as he hammered a magnificent century on his Test cricket debut against the West Indies. The cricketing prodigy joined an elite group of seventeen Indian players to achieve this feat, leaving a lasting impression in the history books.
The remarkable milestone was achieved on Day 2 of the ongoing first Test at Windsor Park in Dominica. Jaiswal’s partnership with captain Rohit Sharma at the top of the order proved to be a formidable force, propelling India’s innings forward. Together, they amassed over 200 runs for the opening wicket, setting the stage for Jaiswal’s exceptional achievement.
It was during the 70th over of India’s first innings when Jaiswal etched his name in the annals of cricketing history. With a confident sweep shot played behind square on the on-side, he reached the magical three-figure mark, celebrating his well-deserved century.
The cricketing fraternity and fans worldwide took to Twitter to express their admiration for Jaiswal’s exceptional performance. The social media platform erupted with a deluge of congratulatory messages, with fans applauding the young talent for his remarkable debut in Test cricket. Jaiswal’s century not only showcased his immense talent but also highlighted his ability to handle pressure and adapt to the challenges of the game’s longest format.
Here is how Twitter reacted:
Oh YEShasvi! 👏 👏
A HUNDRED on debut! 💯
What a special knock this has been! 🙌🙌
Follow the match ▶️ https://t.co/FWI05P4Bnd#TeamIndia | #WIvIND | @ybj_19 pic.twitter.com/OkRVwKzxok
— BCCI (@BCCI) July 13, 2023
Yashasvi Jaiswal – 100* on his Test debut. A dream promised, a dream fulfilled. And he’s just getting started! 🇮🇳💗
— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) July 13, 2023
Jaiswal joins the elite list.
Hundred on his maiden test match. pic.twitter.com/cqsRvFCMc3
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) July 13, 2023
Last 3⃣ left-handers to score centuries on Test debut for #TeamIndia 😯
Not a bad company to be a part of, Yashasvi! 😉#PlayBold #WIvIND @ybj_19 pic.twitter.com/SbmLQHe4DD
— Royal Challengers Bangalore (@RCBTweets) July 13, 2023
I join with millions of cricket fans across India in celebrating the story and the rise of Yashasvi Jaiswal. Overcoming life’s adversity with great character and self belief. Test hundred on debut👏🏻👏🏻.
— Ian Raphael Bishop (@irbishi) July 13, 2023
An 🇮🇳 left-hander ➡️ U19 WC Player of the Tournament 🏆➡️ Century on Test debut 💯
Where have we seen this before? 👀😉#WIvsIND #ShikharDhawan #YashasviJaiswal pic.twitter.com/SVuoaj5gqx
— Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) July 13, 2023
💯 WALLa JaisWALL 💥 @ybj_19#WIvIND #WhistlePodu 🦁💛
— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) July 13, 2023
Starts with a 💯 @ybj_19 #YashasviJaiswal
— Vikrant Gupta (@vikrantgupta73) July 13, 2023
100 in the debut match for Yashasvi Jaiswal. ❤️🔥
Oh wow! He is living a dream. What a year this has been for the youngster.#WIvsIND pic.twitter.com/wFXmvLWitB— Ridhima Pathak (@PathakRidhima) July 13, 2023
A HUNDRED ON HIS TEST DEBUT
Take a bow YASHASVI JAISWAL 💪👊🙏#YashasviJaiswal #WIvIND #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/kwjpIcz1Iz— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) July 13, 2023
Ye troll humne khudko Kiya hai 😛 Well played @ybj_19 👏🏽 #WIvIND pic.twitter.com/K4uVq531Vt
— Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) July 13, 2023
WHAT A HUNDRED BY JAISWAL ON HIS TEST DEBUT
17th Indian batsmen to score 100 on debut❤🔥#INDvsWI #YashasviJaiswal pic.twitter.com/53SvYYvrWR— RCB LOVER (@RCB_LOVER18) July 13, 2023
Jaiswal, 17th Indian batter to score a 100 on Test Debut. The 16 before him:
Lala Amarnath, Deepak Shodan, AG Kripal Singh, Abbas Ali Baig, Hanumant Singh, G Vishwanath, Surinder Amarnath, Mohd Azharuddin, P Amre, S Ganguly, V Sehwag, S Raina, S Dhawan, R Sharma, P Shaw, S Iyer
— Gurkirat Singh Gill (@gurkiratsgill) July 13, 2023
Jaiswal becomes the 17th Indian to score a hundred on test debut! 🔥🔥👏👏
— Guru Gulab (@madaddie24) July 13, 2023
Yashasvi announces his arrival 👏#OneFamily #WIvIND @ybj_19 pic.twitter.com/Gc4tZehgA9
— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) July 13, 2023
Great Indian cricket story: from selling pani puri, living in a tent on Mumbai maidans to scoring a test 100 on debut! @ybj_19 is an inspirational story.. take a bow young man.. many more to come👍👍⭐️ #YashasviJaiswal
— Rajdeep Sardesai (@sardesairajdeep) July 13, 2023
First of many. Well done Yashasvi Jaiswal @ybj_19 🔥 pic.twitter.com/9g70fim62V
— Subhayan Chakraborty (@CricSubhayan) July 13, 2023
Test century on debut for Yashasvi Jaiswal, the FUTURE is here 🇮🇳@ybj_19
— Sushant Mehta (@SushantNMehta) July 13, 2023