Yashasvi Jaiswal smashes record for fastest IPL half-century
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| Yashasvi Jaiswal (KKR vs RR IPL 2023) |
In todays match of IPL 2023 Rajasthan Royals (RR) VS Kolkata Knight Riders( KKR) on Thursday, Yashasvi Jaiswal set a new record for the fastest half-century in the history of the Indian Premier League. Jaiswal scored his fifty in just 13 deliveries, and breaks the joint-record previously held by KL Rahul and Pat Cummins, who had both scored their fifties in 14 balls.
Yashasvi Jaiswal is 21 years old, has been in stellar form in this year's IPL, and was already at the second place in the list of highest run-scorers in the 2023 edition. With an impressive strike rate of 160.60, Jaiswal is already knocking on the doors for a national team call-up.
In this blog, we will take a closer look at Jaiswal's record-breaking innings and what it means for his career.
Yashasvi Jaiswal against KKR
Chasing a target of 150 runs, Yaashasvi Jaiswal made his intentions clear from the very first ball. He smashed KKR captain Nitish Rana for six, six, four, four, two, and four in the first over of the innings, taking 26 runs off the over.
Yashasvi continued his aggressive approach even after the his opening partner Jos Buttler got out in the second over. He reached his half-century in just the second over of the innings, smashing Shardul Thakur for three fours in a row.
Yashasvi hit seven fours and three sixes in his innings, which lasted just 21 balls. His knock helped Rajasthan Royals to win against KKR in just 8.1 overs, with 9 wickets in hand.
Breaking Fastest Fifty record in IPL
Yashasvi Jaiswal broke fastest fifty record ipl in just 13 balls breaking joint-record previously held by KL Rahul and Pat Cummins. Rahul had scored his fifty in 14 balls for Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings) against Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals) in 2018, while Cummins had achieved the feat for Kolkata Knight Riders against Mumbai Indians in the previous years of the IPL.
Jaiswal's innings was not just the fastest fifty in IPL history, but also the most aggressive. He scored his fifty at a strike rate of 238.09, which is the highest by any player who has scored a fifty in the IPL.
What does it mean for Yashasvi Jaiswal?
Yashasvi Jaiswal's record-breaking innings is a clear indication of his talent and potential. He has been in impressive form in IPL 2023, and has been consistent with his performances throughout the tournament.
With his aggressive batting style and impressive strike rate, Jaiswal is already making a strong case for a place in the national team. He has been on the radar of the selectors for some time now, and a performance like this will only strengthen his case.
Jaiswal has already shown that he has the ability to take on the best bowlers in the world, and his record-breaking innings against KKR is a testament to his talent. If he continues to perform at this level, it won't be long before we see him donning the Indian jersey.
Conclusion
Yashasvi Jaiswal's record-breaking innings against KKR is a clear indication of his talent and potential. The 21-year-old opener has been in impressive form in this year's IPL, and his aggressive batting style and impressive strike rate are making a strong case for a place in the national team of India.
Yashasvi's innings was not just the fastest fifty in IPL history, but also the most aggressive. He scored his fifty at a strike rate of 238.09, which is the highest by any player who has scored a fifty in the IPL.
