Yashasvi Jaiswal’s flourishing Test journey continued in fine fashion as the young opener brought up a well-earned half-century in his first innings on English soil during the post-lunch session of the opening Test at Headingley. Calm and assured at the crease, Jaiswal reached the milestone with a single off his 96th delivery, drawing warm applause from the Headingley crowd.

Since his debut during the 2023 tour of the West Indies, the left-hander has steadily cemented his place in the Test side, and Friday’s innings added another promising chapter to his rising career.

5⃣0⃣ for Yashasvi Jaiswal! ?

His first in England & 11th overall in Test cricket! ?

Him & captain Shubman Gill are keeping the scoreboard ticking! ?#TeamIndia approaching 140.

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Partnering him at the other end after lunch was Shubman Gill, leading the Indian Test side for the first time. Gill got off to a brisk start, showcasing positive intent and fluent strokeplay. He steered a short ball past point for two runs and followed it up with a commanding drive through extra cover off Chris Woakes, collecting his sixth boundary in style.