Yashasvi Jaiswal’s explosive fifty propelled India to a record-breaking achievement during the second Test against Bangladesh at Kanpur’s Green Park Stadium. India reached the milestone of 100 runs in just 10.1 overs on Day 4, setting the record for the fastest team century in Men’s Test cricket history.
Jaiswal’s remarkable innings of 50 runs came off just 31 balls and played a crucial role in this historic accomplishment. With this feat, India surpassed its own previous record, which was set against West Indies in 2023 when they scored 100 runs in 12.2 overs at Port of Spain.
The latest record highlights India’s aggressive batting approach and solidifies Jaiswal’s reputation as a rising star in the cricketing world. The fastest team centuries in Test cricket, according to available ball-by-ball data, are as follows:
- 10.1 overs – India vs Bangladesh, Kanpur, 2024
- 12.2 overs – India vs West Indies, Port of Spain, 2023
- 13.1 overs – Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh, Colombo SSC, 2001
- 13.4 overs – Bangladesh vs West Indies, Mirpur, 2012
- 13.4 overs – England vs Pakistan, Karachi, 2022
- 13.4 overs – England vs Pakistan, Rawalpindi, 2022
- 13.6 overs – Australia vs India, Perth, 2012
India’s historic performance sets a new benchmark for future teams. It highlights their exceptional batting prowess in Test cricket. This achievement reflects their determination to dominate the format consistently.
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