Virender Sehwag holds the record for being the fastest Indian cricketer to reach 4000 runs in Test cricket, achieving the milestone in just 48 matches and 79 innings. Known for redefining the role of a Test opener with his aggressive style, Sehwag outpaced several Indian greats on this prestigious list.
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Explosive Indian opener Virender Sehwag is the fastest Indian to reach 4000 runs in Test cricket, doing so in just 48 matches and 79 innings.
Despite their legendary status, Sachin Tendulkar, Sunil Gavaskar, and Virat Kohli all took longer to reach the milestone compared to Sehwag.
Sehwag’s fearless and aggressive approach as an opener allowed him to score runs quickly, making milestones like this possible in fewer matches.
Modern-day great Virat Kohli achieved the feat in 89 innings, slightly slower than his predecessors.
India’s first Test batting icon, Sunil Gavaskar, took 81 innings to reach the 4000-run mark 2 more than Sehwag.
Opening the innings, Sehwag often faced the new ball but still managed to maintain a staggering strike rate and consistency.
Sehwag revolutionized Test opening by bringing in an attacking mindset, influencing a generation of openers worldwide.
Despite his high-risk game, Sehwag maintained exceptional consistency, evidenced by multiple double and triple centuries.
Globally, Sehwag’s speed to 4000 runs places him among elite company, with only a few international stars reaching the mark quicker.
Sehwag’s impact goes beyond stats his fearless brand of cricket helped reshape India’s approach to Tests, especially overseas.
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