Yashasvi Jaiswal 2026: Career Stats, Records, Centuries, IPL Runs, Age & Captaincy

SECTION 1: PLAYER SNAPSHOT

SECTION 2: WHO IS YASHASVI JAISWAL?

Yashasvi Jaiswal is an Indian international cricketer who represents India across all formats and plays for Rajasthan Royals in the IPL. A left-handed opening batter from Uttar Pradesh who developed his game in Mumbai, he is widely regarded as one of the brightest batting talents produced by Indian cricket in the last decade.

The moment that transformed Jaiswal from a promising youngster into a global cricketing name came during India's home Test series against England in early 2024. He scored 712 runs in five Tests at an average of 89, including consecutive double centuries in Visakhapatnam (209) and Rajkot (214*), finishing as the leading run-scorer of the series and winning the Player of the Series award. The performances established him as one of the world's premier young Test batters before he turned 23.

As of June 2026, Jaiswal is one of the first names on India's Test team sheet and a central figure in Rajasthan Royals' batting lineup. His rise from severe financial hardship on the grounds of Mumbai to representing India on the biggest stages in world cricket is one of the most compelling stories in modern Indian sport.

SECTION 3: EARLY LIFE AND FAMILY

Yashasvi Jaiswal was born on 28 December 2001 in Suriyawan, a small town in Bhadohi district, Uttar Pradesh, a region far better known for its carpet industry than for producing international cricketers. His father, Bhupendra Kumar Jaiswal, operated a small hardware business. His mother, Kanchan Jaiswal, managed the household. The family lived modestly, and professional cricket appeared a distant dream rather than a realistic career path.

From an early age, Jaiswal displayed an obsession with cricket that outgrew his surroundings rapidly. The turning point came when the family decided he should move to Mumbai to pursue better cricketing opportunities. He was ten years old, some reports place the age at twelve, when he made the journey. The early years in Mumbai were extremely difficult. With almost no financial support and no established network, he struggled to survive while continuing to train.

One of the most documented and verified chapters of his journey involves Azad Maidan. During this period, he reportedly lived in a tent near the ground and assisted at a pani puri stall to earn money while training wherever he could. These details have been confirmed in Jaiswal's own interviews on multiple occasions.

The person who changed everything was local coach Jwala Singh. After watching the teenager bat at Azad Maidan, Singh took him under his wing, providing not just coaching but accommodation support, mentorship, and guidance during his most difficult years. Under Singh's supervision, Jaiswal's game developed rapidly and Mumbai's age-group selectors began taking serious notice.

Growing up, Jaiswal admired Indian batting greats, particularly Sachin Tendulkar, a common inspiration for young cricketers who grow up on Mumbai's grounds. The sacrifices of his family, combined with his own determination and Jwala Singh's mentorship, eventually produced results that would force the entire country to pay attention.

SECTION 4: DOMESTIC CAREER - THE GRIND BEFORE INDIA SELECTION

School Cricket - Giles Shield Breakthrough

Jaiswal first gained national attention during Mumbai's Giles Shield school cricket tournament in 2015. Representing Rizvi Springfield School, he scored an unbeaten 319 and also claimed 13 wickets in the same match - reportedly becoming the first school cricketer to achieve a triple century and 13 wickets in a single match. The innings brought him into Mumbai's wider cricketing consciousness.

Under-19 Cricket and Progression

Jaiswal progressed through Mumbai's Under-16 and Under-19 structures consistently ranking among the leading run-scorers in youth tournaments. Coaches highlighted his temperament and ability to build long innings - qualities that would later become hallmarks of his international career. By 2018, he was among the most highly rated young batters in India.

Vijay Hazare Trophy 2019-20 - The Record That Changed Everything

The defining moment of Jaiswal's domestic career came during the 2019-20 Vijay Hazare Trophy. On 16 October 2019, representing Mumbai against Jharkhand in Bengaluru, he scored 203 runs and became the youngest cricketer in the world to score a List A double century - at 17 years and 292 days. The innings immediately made global headlines and accelerated his path toward the highest levels of cricket.

The Vijay Hazare Trophy tournament figures (564 runs, 3 centuries, avg 112.80) are confirmed by ESPNcricinfo tournament records and Sportskeeda (October 2019). The U19 World Cup figures (400 runs, avg 100.00) are confirmed by ICC official records and ESPNcricinfo.

First-Class Debut

Jaiswal made his first-class debut for Mumbai against Chhattisgarh in the Ranji Trophy on 7 January 2019. He developed into one of Mumbai's most important red-ball batters over the following seasons.

SECTION 5: ICC UNDER-19 WORLD CUP 2020

The 2020 ICC Under-19 World Cup in South Africa transformed Jaiswal from a highly rated domestic prospect into a globally recognized cricketing talent. India entered under captain Priyam Garg. Jaiswal emerged as the tournament's standout batter and was named Player of the Tournament.

Tournament total: 400 runs in 6 matches at an average of 100.00, including 1 century and 4 half-centuries. His unbeaten 105 in the semi-final against Pakistan remains one of the most celebrated innings in Under-19 World Cup history. Rajasthan Royals had signed him for Rs 2.4 crore at the IPL 2020 Auction before the tournament began.

SECTION 6: INTERNATIONAL DEBUT & EARLY CAREER

Test Debut

Jaiswal's Test debut ranks among the finest by any Indian batter in recent memory. Opening alongside Rohit Sharma, he batted for more than seven hours and scored 171 in a masterclass of patience and controlled strokeplay. The knock made him only the third Indian batter to score a Test century on debut outside Asia and immediately confirmed his place in India's long-term plans.

T20I Debut

ODI Debut

Establishing Himself - England Test Series 2024

The defining phase of Jaiswal's early career arrived during England's tour of India in early 2024. Against an attack featuring James Anderson, Ben Stokes, Tom Hartley, Shoaib Bashir, and Rehan Ahmed, he scored 712 runs in 9 innings at an average of 89 - the highest aggregate by any batter in the series - including consecutive double centuries in Visakhapatnam and Rajkot. He won the ICC Men's Player of the Month for February 2024 (per ICC official release, March 2024).

During the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, he added another milestone: 161 off 297 balls in Perth after being dismissed for a duck in the first innings - giving him the unique distinction of scoring debut Test centuries in three different countries: West Indies, Australia, and India.

SECTION 7: CAREER-DEFINING INNINGS

203 vs Jharkhand | Bengaluru | 16 October 2019

Mumbai played Jharkhand in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. A 17-year-old Jaiswal scored 203 off 154 balls and became the youngest cricketer in the world to score a List A double century at 17 years and 292 days (per ESPNcricinfo records). Milestone: World record youngest List A double centurion.

105* vs Pakistan U19 | ICC U19 World Cup SF | 4 February 2020

India faced Pakistan in the semi-final in South Africa. Jaiswal remained unbeaten on 105 under enormous pressure, guiding India to a 10-wicket win. Milestone: Maiden U19 World Cup century; helped India reach the final; sealed Player of the Tournament claim.

171 vs West Indies | Windsor Park, Dominica | 12-14 July 2023

Test debut for India. Jaiswal batted for more than seven hours and scored 171 in controlled, composed batting. India won by an innings and 141 runs (per ESPNcricinfo). Milestone: Century on Test debut; third Indian to score a Test hundred on debut outside Asia.

84* vs West Indies | Florida | 13 August 2023 (5th T20I)

Chasing 166 in the deciding T20I, Jaiswal scored 84 off 51 balls unbeaten to secure the series. Milestone: First major international white-ball innings.

209 vs England | Visakhapatnam | 2-5 February 2024 (2nd Test)

India trailed 0-1 in the series. Jaiswal delivered a match-defining double century to help India level. Milestone: Maiden Test double century; first Indian double century vs England since 2016.

214* vs England | Rajkot | 15-18 February 2024 (3rd Test)

Jaiswal became only the third Indian — after Vinod Kambli and Virat Kohli — to score double centuries in consecutive Tests (per ESPNcricinfo, Sportskeeda, February 2024). His 214* included 12 sixes, equalling the world record for most sixes in a Test innings (Wasim Akram) (per ICC, Sportskeeda). He was also the third youngest to score two Test double centuries, after Bradman and Kambli. India won by 434 runs. Milestone: Consecutive double centuries; joint world record 12 sixes.

161 vs Australia | Perth | November 2024 (BGT 1st Test, 2nd innings)

After a first-innings duck, Jaiswal responded with 161 off 297 balls — a masterclass of patience and concentration on a Perth surface that tested every batter (per ESPNcricinfo, Sportskeeda, November 2024). Milestone: Debut century in Australia; debut centuries in three different countries.

SECTION 8: RECORDS & MILESTONES

TABLE A: International Records

TABLE B: Age-Based Records

TABLE C: Format Records

SECTION 9: IPL JOURNEY - SEASON BY SEASON

Jaiswal's IPL journey began before he had played senior cricket at any level. Rajasthan Royals signed him for Rs 2.4 crore at the IPL 2020 Auction - winning a bidding war against Kings XI Punjab and KKR. He has played every IPL season with RR since, retained at Rs 18 crore for both IPL 2025 and IPL 2026. 

The Season That Changed Everything: IPL 2023

While his early seasons established Jaiswal as a reliable IPL batter, IPL 2023 placed him in a different category entirely. His 625 runs at 48.07 and a strike rate of 163.61 included his maiden IPL century (124 vs Mumbai Indians at Wankhede — the youngest centurion in RR history at 21 years and 123 days; highest score by an uncapped player at the time) and the fastest fifty in IPL history — 13 balls against KKR at Eden Gardens on 11 May 2023.

IPL 2026 Highlight

On 8 April 2026, Jaiswal scored an unbeaten 77 off 32 balls against Mumbai Indians in a rain-reduced 11-over match in Guwahati. He shared an 80-run partnership in 5 overs with 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and was named Player of the Match as RR won by 27 runs (per Newsonair, 8 April 2026).

SECTION 10: PLAYING STYLE & TECHNICAL BREAKDOWN

Jaiswal is a left-handed opening batter whose game combines classical technique with modern T20 aggression. His head position remains stable through impact, allowing him to play both front-foot and back-foot shots with control. Coaches have repeatedly highlighted his strong base, early judgment of length, and ability to occupy the crease for extended periods — qualities most visible in Test cricket.

Signature Shots

The Cover Drive: Jaiswal's most elegant weapon in Test cricket. Against overpitched deliveries outside off stump, he transfers weight smoothly and drives through extra cover with excellent timing. Featured prominently in his 171 on debut and throughout the England series in 2024.

The Pull Shot: A defining weapon in his England series 2024. England repeatedly targeted him short; he dispatched most deliveries to the boundary with authority. His 12 sixes in the Rajkot Test - equalling Wasim Akram's world record - were largely driven by this shot (per ICC, Sportskeeda, February 2024).

The Sweep Against Spin: Jaiswal is regarded as one of India's strongest players of spin bowling. He uses his feet effectively and rarely allows spinners to settle into a rhythm. This has contributed significantly to his success in Indian conditions.

The Lofted Straight Drive: In white-ball cricket, used to score quickly during powerplays while maintaining balance.

Documented Challenge

Like many opening batters, Jaiswal has occasionally been tested by high-quality outswing and seam movement outside off stump, particularly early in overseas conditions. Opposition teams have sometimes targeted his willingness to drive early in an innings. However, his 161 at Perth and his series performances in England suggest continued improvement in this area.

SECTION 11: MAJOR AWARDS & HONOURS

SECTION 12: CAREER STATISTICS

SECTION 13: BEYOND CRICKET - LIFE OFF THE FIELD

Away from cricket, Jaiswal is one of the most inspiring public figures in modern Indian sport. His rise from severe financial hardship to representing India at the highest level has earned admiration far beyond the cricketing community. He remains closely connected to his family and has repeatedly acknowledged their sacrifices in interviews.

His father, Bhupendra Kumar Jaiswal, and mother, Kanchan Jaiswal, played a crucial role in supporting his ambitions despite very limited resources. His relationship with coach Jwala Singh remains one of the most influential coach-player bonds in recent Indian cricket - Singh provided not just coaching but accommodation, support and mentorship during his most difficult years in Mumbai.

His story - living in a tent near Azad Maidan, assisting at a pani puri stall - has been confirmed in multiple interviews and published reports. It is regularly cited as one of the most inspirational stories in Indian sport and continues to be verified in Jaiswal's own public statements.

SECTION 14: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

When was Yashasvi Jaiswal born?

Yashasvi Jaiswal was born on 28 December 2001 in Suriyawan, Bhadohi district, Uttar Pradesh, India (per ESPNcricinfo, Cricbuzz, Wikipedia).

Where is Yashasvi Jaiswal from?

Jaiswal is from Suriyawan, Bhadohi, in Uttar Pradesh. He moved to Mumbai as a child to pursue professional cricket and developed through Mumbai's age-group cricket system.

When did Yashasvi Jaiswal make his Test debut?

He made his Test debut against West Indies on 12 July 2023 at Windsor Park, Dominica. He scored 171 on debut — making him the third Indian batter to score a Test century on debut outside Asia (per ESPNcricinfo).

When did Yashasvi Jaiswal make his ODI debut?

Jaiswal made his ODI debut against Sri Lanka on 2 August 2024 at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo. He scored 15 in a match that was tied (per ESPNcricinfo).

When did Yashasvi Jaiswal make his T20I debut?

He debuted in T20Is against West Indies on 8 August 2023 in Guyana, scoring 1. In the fifth T20I of the same series in Florida, he scored 84* off 51 balls to help India win the series (per ESPNcricinfo).

What is Yashasvi Jaiswal's highest Test score?

His highest Test score is 214*, scored against England at Rajkot in February 2024. The innings included 12 sixes — equalling the world record for most sixes in a Test innings (Wasim Akram) (per ESPNcricinfo, ICC).

What is Yashasvi Jaiswal's highest IPL score?

His highest IPL score is 124, scored against Mumbai Indians during IPL 2023. The knock made him the youngest centurion in Rajasthan Royals' history (21 years and 123 days) and broke the record for the highest IPL score by an uncapped player at the time (per ESPNcricinfo, IPL records).

Which IPL team does Yashasvi Jaiswal play for?

Jaiswal plays for Rajasthan Royals in every IPL season since 2020 — seven consecutive seasons. He was retained for Rs 18 crore for both IPL 2025 and IPL 2026 (per ESPNcricinfo, IPLT20.com).

Is Yashasvi Jaiswal the captain of India?

No. As of June 2026, Jaiswal has not captained the India senior men's team. Shubman Gill captains India in Tests and ODIs; Suryakumar Yadav leads in T20Is.

Who is Yashasvi Jaiswal's father?

His father is Bhupendra Kumar Jaiswal, who operated a small hardware business in Uttar Pradesh (per ESPNcricinfo, multiple published reports).

Who is Yashasvi Jaiswal's coach?

Jwala Singh is the most influential coach in Jaiswal's career. Singh identified his talent at Azad Maidan and mentored him through his formative years in Mumbai (per ESPNcricinfo, Rajasthan Royals official profile).

What is Yashasvi Jaiswal's jersey number?

Jaiswal wears 64 in Test cricket and 19 in ODIs, T20Is, and for Rajasthan Royals in the IPL.

Did Yashasvi Jaiswal really sell pani puri?

Yes. Multiple verified interviews and published reports confirm that Jaiswal assisted at a pani puri stall during his early years in Mumbai while pursuing cricket, living near Azad Maidan with very limited resources. This has been confirmed in his own interviews (per ESPNcricinfo, Rajasthan Royals official profile, multiple media reports).

What records does Yashasvi Jaiswal hold?

His major records include: youngest player to score a List A double century (203 vs Jharkhand, October 2019 — world record); century on Test debut (171 vs West Indies, July 2023); consecutive Test double centuries (209 and 214* vs England, February 2024); joint world record for most sixes in a Test innings (12 vs England, equalling Wasim Akram); fastest fifty in IPL history (13 balls vs KKR, May 2023); ICC Under-19 World Cup Player of the Tournament (2020).

What is Yashasvi Jaiswal's batting style?

Jaiswal is a left-handed opening batter known for combining classical technique with aggressive intent across all formats. He is particularly renowned for his cover drive, pull shot, and sweep against spin.