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Sun Nov 24 03:00:00 UTC 2024: ## Young Indian Batsmen Shine in Australia: A Century of Milestones
**Sydney, Australia –** A review of Indian cricket history reveals a remarkable trend: young Indian batsmen consistently achieving Test centuries on Australian soil. Several players have etched their names in the record books, showcasing exceptional talent on challenging Australian pitches.
Sachin Tendulkar, a legend of the game, holds the distinction of being the youngest Indian to score a Test century in Australia. During his maiden tour in 1992, a 148-run innings in Sydney cemented his place in cricketing history.
Rishabh Pant, known for his aggressive batting style, also made a significant impact in Australia. In the 2018-19 series, at the age of 21 years and 91 days, he achieved an unbeaten 159 in Sydney, further adding to his impressive record. He also delivered exceptional performances during the 2020-21 tour.
Another notable achievement belongs to Dattu Phadkar, a prominent all-rounder of the 1940s and 50s. He scored a century in Adelaide during his third Test match in Australia, following fifties in Sydney and Melbourne.
KL Rahul also features in this impressive list. Making his Test debut in Australia during the 2014-15 tour, he scored a century in Sydney at the age of 22 years and 265 days.
Most recently, Yashasvi Jaiswal became the fifth-youngest Indian to achieve a Test century in Australia. His 100-run milestone, achieved in Perth off 205 balls, makes him only the second Indian to reach this landmark at the Perth Stadium.
These exceptional performances highlight the rising talent within Indian cricket and their ability to thrive under pressure on some of the most challenging cricket grounds in the world.