The record for the most 50+ scores in a calendar year for Indian players in Test cricket is held by Virender Sehwag, who achieved 13 half-centuries or more in 2010. Following him are Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sachin Tendulkar and Sunil Gavaskar all three with 12 half-centuries n their respective years—Jaiswal in 2024, Tendulkar also in 2010 and Sunil Gavaskar in 1979.
Here’s a summary of the top players with the most 50+ scores in a calendar year for India:
| Player Name | Year | 50+ |
| Virender Sehwag | 2010 | 13 |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | 2024 | 12 |
| Sachin Tendulkar | 2010 | 12 |
| Sunil Gavaskar | 1979 | 12 |
- Virender Sehwag: Sehwag’s performance in 2010 was notable for its consistency, as he managed to score 13 fifty-plus innings, which tied him for the most in a calendar year for India alongside Sachin Tendulkar, who also achieved this feat in the same year. Sehwag’s achievements in 2010 are a testament to his skill and importance in the Indian cricket team, solidifying his legacy as one of the greats in cricket history.
- Yashasvi Jaiswal: Jaiswal scored 1,478 runs in 15 Test matches, making him the second-highest run-scorer in Test cricket for the year. Yashasvi Jaiswal’s 2024 season has been marked by remarkable performances, with numerous scores exceeding fifty, positioning him as one of India’s leading batsmen in Test cricket.
- Sachin Tendulkar: Sachin Tendulkar had an impressive year in 2010, achieving notable milestones and scoring multiple half-centuries across formats. Here are the details regarding his 12 scores of 50 or more in that year. December marked a significant achievement for Tendulkar as he scored his historic 50th Test century, further solidifying his legacy in cricket history.
- Sunil Gavaskar: Sunil Gavaskar had an outstanding year in 1979, achieving a remarkable total of 12 scores of 50 or more runs in Test matches. This achievement is notable as it places him among the elite performers in cricket history for a single calendar year. Gavaskar finished the year with an impressive average and was pivotal in many of India’s matches, showcasing his ability to perform consistently under pressure.
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Yashasvi Jaiswal’s performance in 2024 has been particularly noteworthy, as he has achieved this milestone in just his second year of Test cricket, indicating a promising future ahead.