Yashasvi Jaiswal on Verge of Breaking Brendon McCullum's Record, Rohit Sharma Eyes 1000-Run Feat

As India gears up for the two-match Test series against Bangladesh , two of its premier batters, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rohit Sharma , are on the verge of achieving significant milestones in 2024.

Yashasvi Jaiswal, who has been a revelation for India in Test cricket, has amassed 1033 runs from 14 matches at a stellar average of 60.76, with two centuries and five half-centuries to his name. The 22-year-old is also closing in on a major six-hitting record in Test cricket. 

Yashasvi Jaiswal is just eight sixes away from surpassing the record for the most sixes in a calendar year in Test cricket. The current record of 33 sixes was set by New Zealand’s Brendon McCullum in 2014 across nine matches.

In 2024, Yashasvi Jaiswal has already struck 26 sixes in just six matches, scoring 740 runs at an astounding average of 74, with a top score of 214 not out. A single six in the upcoming series would see Jaiswal overtake England captain Ben Stokes, who has smashed 26 sixes this year.

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Most sixes in Tests in a calendar year

• Brendon McCullum (NZ) - 33 sixes in 2014
• Ben Stokes (ENG) - 26 sixes in 2022
• Yashasvi Jaiswal (IND) - 26 sixes in 2024
• Adam Gilchrist (AUS) - 22 sixes in 2005
• Virender Sehwag (IND) - 22 sixes in 2008

Meanwhile, Rohit Sharma , the Indian Test captain, is also on the cusp of a personal landmark. Rohit needs just 10 runs to complete 1000 international runs in 2024. So far, Rohit has accumulated 990 runs in 20 matches across formats, averaging 45 with three centuries and six fifties. Known for his elegant stroke play, Rohit will look to reach this milestone early in the series.

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The opening Test between India and Bangladesh is set to begin on September 19 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Both Jaiswal and Rohit will be aiming to etch their names in the record books, adding further excitement to what promises to be a thrilling contest.