Yashasvi Jaiswal Sets Record as Fastest Indian to Score Two ODI Centuries

Yashasvi Jaiswal has made a remarkable entry into ODI cricket by becoming the fastest Indian to score two centuries, achieving this in just six innings. His latest century came during a match against Afghanistan, where India secured a nine-wicket victory. Jaiswal's performance, alongside Rohit Sharma, was pivotal in the series whitewash. In a post-match interview, he reflected on the importance of making the most of opportunities and credited his success to focus and team support. This achievement marks a significant milestone in Jaiswal's burgeoning cricket career.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 20, 2026, 23:11 IST

Jaiswal's Remarkable Achievement

Yashasvi Jaiswal, India's emerging cricket star, has made headlines by becoming the quickest Indian to achieve two centuries in One Day Internationals (ODIs), accomplishing this in just six innings. He broke the previous record set by Shikhar Dhawan, who reached this milestone in seven innings, followed by Kedar Jadhav (nine innings), Virat Kohli (17 innings), and Shubman Gill (18 innings).

India Dominates Afghanistan in Final ODI

During the third ODI against Afghanistan, which took place in Chennai, Jaiswal's impressive performance helped India secure a nine-wicket victory. He scored his second ODI century against Afghanistan, adding to his earlier century against South Africa in December 2025. The match saw Jaiswal scoring 110 not out off 86 balls, featuring 14 fours and three sixes, while Rohit Sharma contributed with 79 runs off 69 balls. Together, they formed a formidable opening partnership, amassing 170 runs.

Jaiswal Reflects on His Performance

After his outstanding innings, Jaiswal expressed his enjoyment of the game and his commitment to capitalizing on strong starts. He emphasized the importance of focusing on his process and maintaining clear communication with the team management. Jaiswal stated, "When it's your day, make it count," highlighting his determination to convert good starts into significant scores. He acknowledged the support from his teammates and staff, which has been crucial to his success.