ENG vs IND: 'Jais-Ball better than Bazball' - Fans react as Yashasvi Jaiswal score his maiden century in England

India’s 23-year-old opener Yashasvi Jaiswal continued his red-hot form in Test cricket, slamming his fifth Test century on Day 1 of the series opener against England at Headingley on Friday. Displaying a blend of patience and stroke play, Jaiswal reached his hundred in 144 balls, laced with 16 boundaries and a six. The young left-hander has quickly become one of India’s most dependable batters in the post-Kohli and Rohit era, and this was his third Test ton against England, following two memorable hundreds during the home series last year, where he ended as the top run-scorer.

After KL Rahul’s dismissal for 42, Jaiswal took charge of the innings and built a crucial partnership with captain Shubman Gill, who chipped in with a composed half-century. His innings provided India with a strong base in what is considered a transitional phase for the team’s batting order. Jaiswal's ability to adjust to all conditions, particularly when matched up against a team like England, only reinforces his status as a fundamental base for the new generation Test team.

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After his century, social media buzzed with admiration towards Jaiswal's consistency and appetite for expansive runs. Many hailed him as a future star, while others fondly dubbed him ‘Mr. Consistent.’ And some lauded his mental strength with comments like, “Jaiswal’s ton is a masterclass—Jais-Ball trumps Bazball!” and “Yashasvi owns Headingley, India’s future is bright!” capturing the electric buzz around his breakout performance.

Fans react to Yashasvi Jaiswal's century