Yashasvi Jaiswal Eyes Tendulkar’s IPL Milestone
Yashasvi Jaiswal is just 86 runs shy of breaking Sachin Tendulkar’s IPL record. Can the rising star rewrite history?
Yashasvi Jaiswal Nears Iconic IPL Feat, Set to Eclipse Tendulkar
As the IPL 2025 season accelerates into its most competitive stretch, all eyes are on one of its brightest young stars—Yashasvi Jaiswal. The Rajasthan Royals’ opener is poised on the brink of history, just 86 runs away from surpassing a milestone long associated with Indian cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar.
The Royals will face off against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the iconic M Chinnaswamy Stadium—a high-stakes encounter not just for playoff positioning, but for a potential record-breaking innings from Jaiswal.
The Rise of a Modern-Day Prodigy
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s IPL journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. At just 22, he’s already carved out a space among the league’s elite. With 1,914 runs in 60 innings, including four half-centuries this season alone, Jaiswal is the Royals’ top scorer in 2025. His recent form has been electric—three consecutive fifties have not only reignited RR’s playoff hopes but also placed him within striking distance of IPL immortality.
Should he notch up the remaining 86 runs in his next two outings, Jaiswal would surpass Tendulkar by reaching the 2,000-run mark in just 62 innings—one less than the Master Blaster himself. That would make him the third-fastest Indian and the fifth-fastest player overall to achieve this feat.
Tendulkar’s Legacy in Context
Sachin Tendulkar may have stepped away from the IPL stage over a decade ago, but his legacy still echoes through every boundary and milestone. Tendulkar reached 2,000 IPL runs in 63 innings during the 2012 season and eventually retired with 2,334 runs across 78 matches. His calm consistency—a 34.84 average and 119.81 strike rate—set the bar for generations of Indian batters to follow.
While Jaiswal’s approach is more aggressive, his impact has been just as resonant. With a strike rate hovering around 139.54 and an average of 38.37 this season, the left-hander combines flair with responsibility—qualities reminiscent of the very legends he now threatens to overtake.
Chasing the Fastest in the League
Even if Jaiswal eclipses Tendulkar, the fastest to 2,000 IPL runs is a record still firmly held by Chris Gayle, who accomplished the feat in just 48 innings. The explosive West Indian remains a towering figure in T20 lore, ending his IPL run with nearly 5,000 runs and a fearsome strike rate that defined a generation.
Ruturaj Gaikwad, the Chennai Super Kings captain, is the quickest Indian to the milestone, reaching 2,000 runs in only 57 innings. Jaiswal, however, isn’t far behind and has the potential to join this elite club of IPL powerhouses.
A Crucial Clash with RCB
As RR prepares to lock horns with RCB, the team needs more than just Jaiswal’s brilliance. While he has been their most consistent performer, the Royals’ middle order must rise to the occasion if they hope to outpace Bengaluru. The match holds playoff implications, but for fans, it also brings the excitement of potentially witnessing history in the making.
RCB, boasting a deep lineup and home-ground advantage, won’t make things easy. But if Jaiswal’s blade speaks once more, he could etch his name alongside—if not above—some of the game’s greatest.
Conclusion: A Star on the Cusp of Greatness
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s chase for the 2,000-run milestone is more than just a statistic—it symbolizes a changing of the guard in Indian cricket. With poise, power, and remarkable consistency, he’s proving that legends can be born not only through longevity but through impact. Whether or not he breaks Tendulkar’s record in the upcoming clash, one thing is clear: the IPL isn’t just witnessing a rising star—it’s watching the making of a future icon.
Disclaimer:
This article is based on publicly available statistics and current IPL 2025 performances as of April 24. Player data and records are subject to change with ongoing matches.