India has made history by breaking the world record for the fastest team fifty and hundred in Test cricket during the fourth day of the second Test against Bangladesh at Green Park Stadium in Kanpur.
The Indian team achieved these remarkable milestones in a breathtaking display of aggressive batting, showcasing a T20-like approach to their innings.
IND vs BAN 2nd Test: Record-Breaking Achievements
Fastest Team Fifty: India reached the fifty-run mark in just 3 overs, surpassing England’s previous record of 4.2 overs set against the West Indies in July 2024.
The explosive start was led by openers Rohit Sharma and Yashasvi Jaiswal, who combined for a rapid partnership.
Rohit scored 23 runs off just 11 balls, including three sixes and one four, before being dismissed by Mehidy Hasan Miraz.
Jaiswal contributed a quick 30 runs from 13 balls, setting the tone for India’s innings.
Fastest Team Hundred: Following their blistering start, India also set the record for the fastest team hundred in Test history, reaching this milestone in just 10.1 overs.
This achievement eclipsed their own previous record of 12.2 overs, which was set against the West Indies in Port of Spain in 2023.
Yashasvi Jaiswal played a pivotal role in this achievement, scoring an impressive 72 runs off 51 balls, including 12 fours and two sixes.
India changed their approach
The Indian openers adopted an aggressive batting strategy reminiscent of T20 cricket, with both Rohit and Jaiswal attacking the Bangladeshi bowlers from the outset.
Their partnership laid a solid foundation for India to dominate the game.
After Rohit’s dismissal, Jaiswal continued his onslaught alongside Shubman Gill, who contributed with a quickfire 11 runs off 11 balls.
The duo kept up a run rate exceeding ten runs per over, further pressuring the Bangladeshi bowlers.
With these records, India is not only eyeing personal milestones but also crucial points in the World Test Championship standings.
A strong performance against Bangladesh is vital for their aspirations to reach the final.
