Wasim Jaffer is a name that is synonymous with domestic cricket. He is an all-time great in the history of Ranji Trophy. When he finished his career, he was the highest run-scorer in the tournament’s history. However, Jaffer could not replicate domestic success in international cricket but in his brief Test career he played some notable innings, and, in this article, we will take a look at his top 3 performances in Test cricket.
212 vs West Indies, 2006
Wasim Jaffer scored two double centuries in his career and this was his first double century in Test cricket. Team India toured the West Indies in 2006 for a Test series and this tour was very rewarding for Jaffer. He scored a double-ton in the first match of the series at St John’s. Jaffer played this knock in the second innings of the match which helped India post 521 runs on the board. For his outstanding batting effort, Wasim was also awarded the Player of the Match.
202 vs Pakistan, 2007
Scoring runs against arch-rivals Pakistan is always a special feeling for any Indian batter. Wasim Jaffer experienced this joy in 2007 at the iconic Eden Gardens when he smashed a double century against Pakistan. In the second match of the Test series, Wasim led the Indian batting unit with his phenomenal batting show. Winning the toss, India elected to bat first and the opener grabbed this opportunity. He scored 202 runs and carried his team to a massive total of 616/5 in the first innings. The match ended in a draw but Jaffer’s heroic performance was acknowledged with the Player of the Match award.
138* vs Bangladesh, 2007
India played a 2-match Test series against Bangladesh in 2007. In the second match at Mirpur, Wasim Jaffer turned up with another batting masterclass. The home side won the toss and opted to field first but soon the Indian batting unit made them realize that it was a big blunder. Jaffer gave India a formidable start along with his opening partner Dinesh Karthik. Eventually, Wasim had to retire because of some issues but he had already scored 138 runs by then putting India in a very comfortable position.
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