Yashasvi Jaiswal Misses Double Century in Heartbreaking Run-Out – Joins Rahul Dravid’s Unwanted Record

Table of Contents

• The Heartbreak Moment
• What Is Rahul Dravid’s Unwanted Record?
• Top Indian Scores Ended by Run-Outs
• What Went Wrong Between Jaiswal and Gill?
• Can Jaiswal Bounce Back?
• Sources

Yashasvi Jaiswal’s Double Century Dream Ends in Agony

Yashasvi Jaiswal was just 25 runs away from scripting history—his maiden Test double century—when a fatal mix-up with captain Shubman Gill led to a heartbreaking run-out on 175 during India’s tour of the West Indies in 2025. The young opener, visibly devastated, slammed his forehead in frustration as he walked back to the pavilion.

The dismissal didn’t just cost him a personal milestone—it also stalled India’s momentum in a crucial phase of the innings. But perhaps more surprisingly, it tied him to an obscure and unfortunate piece of Indian cricket history.

Yashasvi Jaiswal Joins Rahul Dravid’s Unwanted Record

With his 175, Yashasvi Jaiswal now holds the fourth-highest individual score by an Indian batsman that ended in a run-out. The record’s most notable name? None other than the legendary Rahul Dravid, who was run out for 148 against South Africa in 2006—a score that still stands as the highest such dismissal for an Indian.

While Dravid’s knock came in a high-pressure chase, Jaiswal’s innings was built on dominance and control. Yet both share the same cruel fate: falling short of a double ton due to a communication breakdown on the pitch.

Top Indian Scores Ended by Run-Out: A Bittersweet List

Player	Score	Opposition	Year
Rahul Dravid	148	South Africa	2006
VVS Laxman	161	Australia	2008
Cheteshwar Pujara	172	England	2018
Yashasvi Jaiswal	175	West Indies	2025

Interestingly, all these innings were match-defining—yet none crossed the 200-run mark due to that one fatal miscommunication.

What Went Wrong Between Jaiswal and Gill?

Replays showed Jaiswal had called for a quick single off a misfield, but Gill—possibly distracted by field placements—hesitated. By the time he responded, it was too late. The throw came in sharp, and Jaiswal, diving desperately, was well short of his ground.

Post-match, Gill admitted the error in a press conference: “It was my call—or lack of it. Yashasvi was set, and I owe him that double century.”

Can Yashasvi Jaiswal Bounce Back?

Absolutely. At just 23, Jaiswal has already shown the temperament of a future great. His 175 included 21 boundaries and 3 sixes, showcasing both elegance and aggression. Cricket fans and analysts agree: this setback may sting now, but it’s unlikely to derail his rise.

As former India coach Ravi Shastri noted on social media: “Every great batsman has a ‘199’ story. What matters is how you respond next time.”

Sources

• Yashasvi Jaiswal misses double century, joins Dravid’s unwanted record – Times of India
• ESPNcricinfo – Player Stats & Records
• ICC Official Site – International Cricket Council