Yashasvi Jaiswal, the young Rajasthan Royals batsman, set the IPL record for the fastest half-century in the league’s history with a breathtaking display of hitting against the Kolkata Knight Riders in a thrilling encounter at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi.
Jaiswal, who had been struggling to make an impact in the tournament so far, exploded into form with an unbeaten 51 off just 14 balls, smashing seven sixes and one four in a remarkable innings that left the opposition bowlers shell-shocked.
The 21-year-old left-hander took apart the KKR bowlers with a stunning display of power-hitting, launching a series of huge sixes over the boundary ropes with ease and precision.
Jaiswal’s innings was nothing short of sensational, as he reached his fifty in just 13 balls, breaking the previous record set by Sunil Narine of the Kolkata Knight Riders, who had scored a fifty off 15 balls in 2017.
The Rajasthan Royals opener’s blazing innings helped his team post a daunting total of 210/3 in their allotted 20 overs, setting the stage for a thrilling run-chase by the Knight Riders.
Jaiswal’s innings drew widespread praise from fans and cricket pundits alike, with many lauding the youngster’s talent and potential.
Speaking after the match, Jaiswal said that he was delighted to have contributed to the team’s victory and was grateful for the support of his teammates and coaching staff.
I am thrilled to have played my part in the team’s win today. It’s always a great feeling to score runs and help the team win. I have been working hard on my game and it’s great to see the results of that hard work pay off, he said.
The young opener’s performance will undoubtedly be remembered as one of the most remarkable innings in IPL history, and it has left fans and cricket enthusiasts eagerly anticipating what the future holds for this talented young batsman.
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