In 2024, Yashasvi Jaiswal emerged as India’s leading run-scorer in Test cricket, accumulating a total of 1,478 runs in 15 matches. His performance included three centuries and nine-half-centuries, with a highest score of 214 not out and an impressive average of 54.74.
The complete list of top Indian run-scorers in Test cricket for 2024 is as follows:
- Yashasvi Jaiswal: Yashasvi Jaiswal had an outstanding performance in Test cricket throughout 2024, emerging as one of the top run-scorers globally. Jaiswal scored 1,478 in just 15 matches making him the second-highest run-scorer in Test cricket for the year, just behind England’s Joe Root who scored 1,556 runs. He maintained an impressive average of 54.74. He set a new world record for hitting 36 sixes in a calendar year, further emphasizing his aggressive batting style.
- Shubman Gill: Shubman Gill’s performance in Test cricket during 2024 has been characterized by a mix of promise and frustration. Accumulating a total of 866 runs in 11 matches. His performance included three centuries and three-half-centuries, with a highest score of 119 not out and an impressive average of 43.03. Gill’s journey in Test cricket continues to be one of potential overshadowed by inconsistency. As he aims to solidify his place in the Indian lineup, the upcoming matches will be crucial for him to demonstrate his capabilities and convert starts into match-defining innings.
- Rohit Sharma: Rohit Sharma’s performance in Test cricket during 2024 has been notably challenging. Following his last century in March, he managed only 154 runs in his next 15 innings, averaging a mere 10.26. His performance deteriorated significantly in subsequent series, including a disappointing showing in Australia where he averaged just 6.20 over five innings.
- Rishabh Pant: Rishabh Pant’s performance in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024-25 has been underwhelming, leading to significant scrutiny regarding his position in the Indian Test team. Accumulating a total of 576 runs in 9 matches. His performance included one century and three-half-centuries, with a highest score of 109 and a good average of 36.00.
- KL Rahul: KL Rahul’s performance in Test cricket during 2024 has been marked by versatility and adaptability, as he batted in three different positions throughout the year. Accumulating a total of 527 runs in 10 matches. His performance included four-half-centuries, with a highest score of 86 and a good average of 29.28.
| Player | Innings | Runs | Average | HS | Centuries | Fifties |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | 29 | 1,478 | 54.74 | 214* | 3 | 9 |
| Shubman Gill | 22 | 866 | 43.03 | 119* | 3 | 3 |
| Rohit Sharma | 26 | 619 | 24.76 | 131 | 2 | 2 |
| Rishabh Pant | 17 | 576 | 36.00 | 109 | 1 | 3 |
| KL Rahul | 18 | 527 | 29.28 | 86 | – | 4 |
This performance highlights Jaiswal’s significant impact on India’s Test cricket landscape in 2024, marking a successful year for him as he emerged as a key player for the team.
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