India’s dominance in the Test series against Australia reached new heights. Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul set a record with a 201-run opening stand in Perth. The duo’s partnership is now India’s highest in Test matches on Australian soil, surpassing several iconic performances.
Jaiswal and Rahul’s 201-Run Stand: A Historic Moment
In the second innings, Jaiswal and Rahul showed great skill. They built a strong partnership that put India in control. Their 201-run partnership beat the 1986 record of 191 runs by Sunil Gavaskar and Krishnamachari Srikkanth at Sydney.
India’s total crossed 200, giving them a 247-run lead. Mitchell Starc finally broke the stand, dismissing Rahul for 77.
Key Statistics: Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul’s Partnership
- Partnership Runs: 201
- Venue: Perth, 2024
- Yashasvi Jaiswal’s Contribution: 100 (a century after a duck in the first).
- KL Rahul’s Contribution: 77 (5 fours, Strike Rate 43.75)
This extraordinary performance secured India’s lead and made history. It was one of India’s most memorable opening partnerships in Australia.
Other Top Opening Partnerships for India in Australia
Jaiswal and Rahul’s performance is the best. Here are the other notable opening partnerships for India in Australia:
- 191 Runs – Sunil Gavaskar and Krishnamachari Srikkanth, Sydney, 1986
- 165 Runs – Sunil Gavaskar and Chetan Chauhan, Melbourne, 1981
Each partnership was key in its match. It showed the tradition of Indian openers excelling under pressure in Australia.
KL Rahul Falls Short of a Century
KL Rahul made a solid knock of 77. But, Mitchell Starc dismissed him, so he missed a well-deserved century. Rahul, who faced 176 balls, exhibited remarkable patience and control. However, a faint outside edge to the keeper brought his innings to an end.
Starc’s delivery, angled across the right-hander, was enough to draw a slight tickle off Rahul’s bat. The catch was safely pouched by wicketkeeper Alex Carey, and the umpire’s finger went up.
KL Rahul’s Innings by the Numbers:
- Runs: 77
- Balls Faced: 176
- Fours: 5
- Strike Rate: 43.75
The dismissal ended a story that commentator Ian Smith called “a Prince who never became a King.””
Jaiswal’s Redemption: Duck to Century
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s performance in this match was a tale of two extremes. After a duck in the first innings, the team dismissed him. The young opener then bounced back with a stunning century in the second. This turnaround showed his resilience. It also made him a rising star in Test cricket in India.
The 201-run partnership by Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul is a new record for Indian openers in Tests in Australia. Their historic stand shows India’s depth and resilience. They now dominate the series. Keep following for updates on this thrilling match!
