Yashasvi Jaiswal becomes the new king of sixes in test cricket and creates a historic record

Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal has created history with his brilliant batting on the ground of Perth. In the longest format of Test cricket, he has made the world record of hitting most sixes in a calendar year. Jaiswal set a new record by breaking the 10-year-old record of legendary New Zealand batsman Brendon McCullum.

Yashasvi broke McCullum’s record

• McCullum’s record:
  • In 2014, New Zealand’s Brendon McCullum hit 33 sixes in a year.
• Yashasvi’s new record:
  • Yashasvi Jaiswal has hit 34 sixes so far in 2024.
  • He achieved this feat during the test match against Australia in Perth.

Jaiswal’s magic shown in Perth

Yashasvi Jaiswal gave a tremendous performance against the Australian bowling attack and scored a half-century and made this record in his name by hitting a six off the ball of Nathan Lyon. This innings of Jaiswal was a unique combination of his aggression and classic batting style.

Most sixes in a calendar year (Test cricket)

Importance of Yashasvi’s achievement

• This achievement of Yashasvi Jaiswal is proof of how effective the combination of aggression and modern style can be in Test cricket.
• This record is not only a symbol of his batting skills but also a proud moment for Indian cricket.