Fans React As Jaiswal Smashes His Maiden ODI Century

In the third ODI against South Africa national cricket team at Visakhapatnam, 23-year-old Yashasvi Jaiswal delivered a defining performance — scoring his first ODI century. He reached the landmark in 111 balls, with a composed knock that included a mix of patience and well-timed aggression. This innings was his ninth international hundred overall, adding to seven in Tests and one in T20Is, and places him among the elite Indian batsmen who have scored centuries in all three formats.

Match Context And Team Performance

Batting first, South Africa set India a target of 270. In reply, Jaiswal opened with Rohit Sharma and the pair stitched up a 155-run opening stand — a pivotal foundation for the chase, and the first time in 12 years that India secured a century opening partnership against South Africa in ODIs.

Once set, Jaiswal accelerated with confidence, steering India comfortably towards the target while losing only one wicket overall. Support from bowlers like Prasidh Krishna and Kuldeep Yadav ensured the earlier innings run-chase remained under control, helping India wrap up the match with ease and seal the series 2–1.

Significance Of The Innings And Future Implications

Jaiswal’s century does more than add to personal records — it strengthens his case as a reliable top-order option in ODIs, at a time when competition for places is intense. Having proved he can handle pressure and deliver with poise, this knock could influence selection decisions once other regulars return to the squad. For India, it restores faith in their batting depth and adds balance to the team’s white-ball setup.

Fans’ Reaction

Fans on social media and cricket forums reacted with excitement and celebration. Many lauded Jaiswal’s temperament and maturity under pressure, calling him a rising star who could carry Indian batting forward. Some expressed optimism for the team’s white-ball future, saying this innings signals a brighter, deeper batting order ahead. Others praised the way the opening stand laid a solid foundation, highlighting hope that Jaiswal can be a consistent performer in the format going ahead.