Yashasvi Jaiswal etched his name into the record books on Day 3 of the second Test against South Africa, becoming the first Indian batter to score a Test half-century at the ACA stadium in Barsapara, as the venue hosted its maiden Test match.
Walking out with determination after India resumed their massive chase, Jaiswal showed remarkable patience and discipline against the South African pace duo of Marco Jansen and Wiaan Mulder. The left-hander weathered the early movement before gradually shifting gears, mixing solid defence with elegant stroke play. His fifty came at a crucial moment for India, who are fighting to stay alive in the match after South African posted a commanding 489 in the first innings.
A Historic Fifty at a Guwahati VenueWith this knock, Jaiswal became the first Indian to register a Test fifty in Guwahati, marking a new chapter in the citys cricketing history. Barsapara stadium, which has previously hosted T20Is and ODIs, is staging its first Test, making Jaiswals mileston even more special.