Top 5 Fastest Indian Batsmen to Reach 2000 Test Runs

The fastest Indian batsmen to reach 2000 Test runs achieved the milestone in as few as 40 to 43 innings. Their rapid scoring demonstrated exceptional consistency, skill, and adaptability in the longest format, setting benchmarks for future players aiming to establish themselves quickly at the international level.

5. Gautam Gambhir – 43 innings

Current Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir is the fifth fastest Indian to 2000 Test runs. Debuting in 2006, he reached the milestone in his 43rd innings during a match against New Zealand at Napier in 2009, scoring 16 and 136.

4. Vijay Hazare – 43 innings

Vijay Hazare reached 2000 Test runs in 43 innings in 1953, during a match against the West Indies at Port of Spain. He had a modest outing with 29 runs across two innings, including a duck.

3. Yashasvi Jaiswal – 40 innings

Debuting in 2023, Yashasvi Jaiswal became the fastest Indian to reach 2000 Test runs by achieving the feat in just 40 innings on July 4, 2025. He made his debut against the West Indies on July 12, 2023, with a century in his first Test.

2. Virender Sehwag – 40 innings

Known for his aggressive batting, Virender Sehwag reached 2000 Test runs in 40 innings. He debuted in 2001 and reached the milestone in 2004 against Australia in Chennai.

1. Rahul Dravid – 40 innings

‘The Wall’ Rahul Dravid completed 2000 Test runs in just 40 innings. He achieved this in Hamilton against New Zealand in 1999, scoring 190 and 103* in the match.

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