Leeds, June 20 -- Yashasvi Jaiswal carved his name into the cricketing record books on Day 1 of the first Test against England at Headingley, striking a magnificent unbeaten century to guide India to a commanding 215 for 2 at Tea Friday.
The 22-year-old opener stood tall with 100 not out, anchoring the innings after early wickets and becoming the first Indian batsman to score centuries on Test debut in both England and Australia.
Jaiswal's innings was a sublime exhibition of temperament, technique, and timing. He reached the historic three-figure mark in the 49th over of India's innings, calmly guiding a delivery from Brydon Carse towards point for a single.
He immediately took off his helmet and let out a celebratory roar, soaking in ...