Wasim Jaffer holds Ranji Trophy records that may never be broken. The Mumbai maestro, born February 16, 1978, turned domestic pitches into personal fiefdoms. His second first-class match triple century in 1996-97 was prophetic.
Test cricket offered glimpses of genius: 31 matches, 1,944 runs @34.81, five centuries topped by 212. ODIs were brief, but his hunger was domestic.
First-class stats scream dominance – 260 games, 19,410 runs, 57×100, 91×50, 314* high. Ranji: 150 matches (record), 12,038 runs (record), 40 centuries (record). First to 10,000+11,000+12,000 runs.
Mumbai captaincy yielded back-to-back Ranji titles (38th, 39th). Vidarbha stint prolonged his excellence until 2020 retirement.
Coaching chapter thrives: leading Uttarakhand, Odisha, Punjab; Bangladesh U19 consultant; Punjab Kings IPL batting coach. Social media? His Vaughan rivalries delight millions.
From prodigy to icon, Jaffer’s ledger redefines opening batting mastery in Indian domestic lore.