In the current Test series against England, Yashasvi Jaiswal's performance has been nothing short of extraordinary. The young left-hander has amassed 545 runs across three matches, boasting one half-century and two double-centuries which have contributed significantly to India's 2-1 lead in the series. At just 22 years old, Jaiswal is on the verge of surpassing Sunil Gavaskar's record for the most runs in a Test series by an Indian, which stands at 774 runs from four matches against the West Indies in 1971.
Jaiswal needs only 229 more runs to eclipse this historic record and the kind of form the southpaw is in currently, one wouldn't bet against him to script history.
Here's a look at the top five Indian batters who have scored the most runs in a single Test series:
Sunil Gavaskar - 774 runs vs West Indies, 1971
Sunil Gavaskar, one of India's all-time greats, set an extraordinary benchmark in his debut series, amassing 774 runs in four matches against the West Indies in 1971. His debut series, which included four centuries and three half-centuries with a top score of 220, remains one of the most remarkable in cricket history, playing a pivotal role in India's series victory.
Sunil Gavaskar - 732 runs vs West Indies, 1978
Gavaskar proved his mastery yet again in 1978 against the West Indies, scoring 732 runs across six matches. This haul included four centuries and a half-century, with a top score of 205, helping India to clinch the series.
Virat Kohli - 692 runs vs Australia, 2014-15
Following a challenging tour of England in 2014, Virat Kohli rebounded spectacularly in Australia, accumulating 692 runs in four matches. His performance, highlighted by four centuries and a half-century, marked the beginning of his Test captaincy despite India's series loss.
Virat Kohli's - 655 runs vs England, 2016
2016 was Kohli's year, culminating in a commanding performance against England where he scored 655 runs in five matches. With two centuries and two half-centuries, Kohli led India to a dominant 4-0 series win.
Dilip Sardesai - 642 runs vs West Indies, 1971
Alongside Gavaskar, Dilip Sardesai was instrumental in India's 1971 victory against the West Indies, scoring 642 runs in five matches. His efforts, including three centuries and a half-century, were crucial in securing the series.
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