India vs England: Rishabh Pant's positivity and game awareness sends a message that he is here to stay
6 years, 6 months ago

India vs England: Rishabh Pant's positivity and game awareness sends a message that he is here to stay

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It has only been one Test match, but from watching Pant go about his business, he seems like a man who likes taking responsibilities. At the fall of Dinesh Karthik’s wicket, a player bowling in the nets told Pant to practice properly as there was fair chance he could be playing the next test. After the Trent Bridge game, Pant told reporters about the benefits of the A tour and how keeping against the Duke ball had helped him during the Test tour. It has only been one Test match, but from watching Pant go about his business he is the man who likes taking responsibilities.

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'Rishabh Pant has got to bite the bullet': Ganguly exposes India's worrying sign in sharp warning before England Tests
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5 days, 2 hours ago

'Rishabh Pant has got to bite the bullet': Ganguly exposes India's worrying sign in sharp warning before England Tests

Hindustan Times  

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly sent a massive warning to the Indian Test team ahead of the tour of England in late June. Ganguly wants the likes of Rishabh Pant and Shubman Gill to step up in the all-important tour, during which India will aim to secure their first Test series win in England since 2007. Sourav Ganguly sent a …

‘Delhi Capitals will miss Rishabh Pant. We want to win trophy…’: Young DC star's big admission, shares team mentality
5 days, 22 hours ago

‘Delhi Capitals will miss Rishabh Pant. We want to win trophy…’: Young DC star's big admission, shares team mentality

Hindustan Times  

Young Delhi Capitals star Abishek Porel made an honest admission that the franchise will miss their former skipper Rishabh Pant in the upcoming season of IPL. Porel, who played under Pant's captaincy last season, said he learnt a lot from the Indian star and admitted that the franchise will miss him. Porel, who scored 327 runs last season, also hailed …

Dehli Capitals will miss Rishabh Pant: Abishek Porel nostalgic ahead of new season
1 week ago

Dehli Capitals will miss Rishabh Pant: Abishek Porel nostalgic ahead of new season

India Today  

Young wicketkeeper-batter Abishek Porel has drawn similarities between the captaincy of Rishabh Pant and Axar Patel ahead of the Indian Premier League's 2025 season. Speaking to *Sports Today* a week before their first match of the tournament, Porel said that both players like to have fun and have a similar style in terms of captaincy. Axar pipped KL Rahul, former …

People are more focused on the IPL but playing for country should be the goal: Rishabh Pant
1 week, 5 days ago

People are more focused on the IPL but playing for country should be the goal: Rishabh Pant

India TV News  

People are more focused on the IPL but playing for country should be the goal: Rishabh Pant Star India batter Rishabh Pant noted that playing for the country should be prioritized over representing in the IPL. Rishabh Pant suffered multiple injuries following a horrendous car accident in December 2022. He mentioned that many cricketers are prioritising IPL in recent times …

Rishabh Pant nominated for Laureus World Comeback of the Year Award
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Rishabh Pant nominated for Laureus World Comeback of the Year Award

The Hindu  

Indian cricket team's swashbuckling batter-keeper, who returned to action after surviving a horrific car accident in December 2022, has been nominated for the prestigious Laureus World Sports Award 2025 in the comeback of the year category. Pant suffered the near-fatal car accident on December 30, 2022 while driving from Delhi to his hometown Roorkee. The 27-year-old made a remarkable recovery …

Benched Rishabh Pant's role in Champions Trophy revealed by Rohit Sharma: 'Got a batter sitting in the dugout...'
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Benched Rishabh Pant's role in Champions Trophy revealed by Rohit Sharma: 'Got a batter sitting in the dugout...'

Hindustan Times  

Rishabh Pant is arguably among the more notable of the names on the Indian bench for the ongoing Champions Trophy. KL Rahul's extraordinary record with the bat in the lower middle order for India in ODIs and his consistency with the gloves has resulted in Pant being relegated to the bench in the 50-over format despite being among the first …

Virat Kohli frustrated, Rohit Sharma angry at KL Rahul's keeping blunders vs NZ; Gautam Gambhir told to wake up
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Virat Kohli frustrated, Rohit Sharma angry at KL Rahul's keeping blunders vs NZ; Gautam Gambhir told to wake up

Hindustan Times  

There was a reason why KL Rahul was backed over specialist wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant for a spot in the India XI in the 2025 Champions Trophy. While he picked up from where he left two years back, at least with the gloves, his keeping came under scrutiny on Sunday during the Champions Trophy match against New Zealand. India's Virat Kohli …

It's been very hard on Pant not playing: India assistant coach Doeschate
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3 weeks ago

It's been very hard on Pant not playing: India assistant coach Doeschate

Deccan Chronicle  

Dubai: India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate has acknowledged that it's been really hard for ace wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant to be watching the ongoing Champions Trophy matches from the sidelines but "that's the nature of sport at this level". Doeschate admitted that Sunday's match against New Zealand could be a contest of spin between the two sides. "But the guys …

Pant in, KL Rahul rested vs NZ? India assistant coach ten Doeschate answers
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Pant in, KL Rahul rested vs NZ? India assistant coach ten Doeschate answers

India Today  

India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate addressed the team’s wicketkeeping dilemma ahead of their final Champions Trophy group-stage clash against New Zealand on March 2. With both teams already securing semi-final berths, speculation is rife about potential lineup changes, including the possibility of Rishabh Pant replacing KL Rahul behind the stumps. With Rahul’s limited time in the middle, some argue …

Rishabh Pant will go from hero to zero: Ex-pacer slams Gambhir's selection call
1 month ago

Rishabh Pant will go from hero to zero: Ex-pacer slams Gambhir's selection call

India Today  

Former India pacer Atul Wassan does not agree with Gautam Gambhir’s team selection for the Champions Trophy 2025. Speaking to ANI, Wassan expressed that he does not understand why Gambhir keeps playing KL Rahul ahead of Rishabh Pant in the ODI format. Champions Trophy 2025: Full Coverage Wassan slammed Gambhir's decision and stated that benching Rishabh for long durations in …

Rishabh Pant down with viral fever, misses training before Pakistan clash
1 month ago

Rishabh Pant down with viral fever, misses training before Pakistan clash

India Today  

Wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant is down with viral fever before India’s Champions Trophy 2025 clash against Mohammad Rizwan’s Pakistan on Sunday, February 23 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. In the pre-match press conference, Indian batter Shubman Gill confirmed that Pant didn’t attend the training session on Saturday, February 22. For the clash against Bangladesh on February 20, India preferred KL …

Champions Trophy 2025: India should take the punt with Rishabh Pant over KL Rahul
1 month ago

Champions Trophy 2025: India should take the punt with Rishabh Pant over KL Rahul

India Today  

When Rishabh Pant made his long-awaited return from injury, a lot was expected from the wicketkeeper-batter. A great return in the IPL 2024 season saw Pant score 446 runs in 13 matches at an average of 40.55 and a strike-rate of more than 155. So is it time that India takes the punt with Pant in the all-important Champions Trophy …

India Nets: Shami works on lengths with Morkel, Pant recovers after freak hit by Hardik shot
1 month ago

India Nets: Shami works on lengths with Morkel, Pant recovers after freak hit by Hardik shot

The Hindu  

A focussed Mohammed Shami spent considerable time with bowling coach Morne Morkel as a full-strength Indian team started its training in earnest ahead of its Champions Trophy opener against Bangladesh at the picturesque ICC Academy practice ground in Dubai on Sunday. With the new Standard Operating Procedure strictly in place, there was no question of an optional session, and right …

Rishabh Pant writhes in pain after India star got hit on knee before Champions Trophy; major headache for Rohit Sharma
1 month ago

Rishabh Pant writhes in pain after India star got hit on knee before Champions Trophy; major headache for Rohit Sharma

Live Mint  

Just less than a week to go before India's campaign opener against Bangladesh in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, Rohit Sharma's men suffered an injury scare after Rishabh Pant was hit on his left knee during the team's training session in Dubai on Sunday. For the unknown, it was the same knee that Rishabh Pant got hit during the car …

Watch: India suffer injury scare as Rishabh Pant gets hit on his knee during practice
1 month, 1 week ago

Watch: India suffer injury scare as Rishabh Pant gets hit on his knee during practice

India Today  

India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant was seen in excruciating pain during the team’s first practice session in Dubai ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Watch the video here: Rishabh Pant got hit on his knees 👀 - hope this is not serious 🙏 pic.twitter.com/Nz4e93Jf1b — Nikhil February 16, 2025 Indian fans would hope that the wicketkeeper hasn’t suffered a major …

Rishabh Pant given a chance, Arshdeep Singh to be tested as Bumrah's replacement: India likely XI vs England in 3rd ODI
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1 month, 1 week ago

Rishabh Pant given a chance, Arshdeep Singh to be tested as Bumrah's replacement: India likely XI vs England in 3rd ODI

Hindustan Times  

India have been almost flawless in the ongoing series against England and would be looking to make a cleansweep of it in Ahmedabad. India have preferred KL Rahul over Rishabh Pant thus far in the series While it remains unlikely that Rahul will lose his place in the Champions Trophy due to his form in these two matches, there is …

Rishabh Pant's adorable interaction with young fan: Fast bowling daalte ho?
1 month, 1 week ago

Rishabh Pant's adorable interaction with young fan: Fast bowling daalte ho?

India Today  

India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant was seen having an adorable conversation with a young fan as he signed his T-shirt. Ahead of the third and final ODI, a young fan had the day of his life as he met star India cricketers Rohit Sharma, Pant and Yashasvi Jaiswal. In a viral video, the fan could be seen getting his T-shirt signed …

No Pant, Arshdeep yet: Bangar backs unchanged India XI for 3rd ODI vs England
1 month, 1 week ago

No Pant, Arshdeep yet: Bangar backs unchanged India XI for 3rd ODI vs England

India Today  

Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar has advised the Indian team management to retain the same playing XI for the third and final ODI against England in Ahmedabad. Despite India having already secured the series with a win in Cuttack, Bangar believes it is crucial to maintain consistency rather than experiment with the squad by bringing in Rishabh Pant or …

Why is KL Rahul batting at No.6? Former selector left baffled by Gambhir's strategy
1 month, 1 week ago

Why is KL Rahul batting at No.6? Former selector left baffled by Gambhir's strategy

India Today  

India wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul struggled in the ongoing ODI series against England. Rahul's recent struggles have baffled a former selector, who has lambasted head coach Gautam Gambhir for Rahul's recent form. While KL Rahul's demotion in the line-up has worked against the batter, India has benefited overall, as Axar Patel has played two excellent knocks, guiding India to a series …

Could Axar Patel keep Rishabh Pant on bench in Champions Trophy? Manjrekar reacts
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Could Axar Patel keep Rishabh Pant on bench in Champions Trophy? Manjrekar reacts

India Today  

Sanjay Manjrekar feels that Axar Patel's all-round versatility could force Rishabh Pant to wait on the sidelines for some time after India's win in the first ODI against England. Axar Patel is a great option to have because this is a guy, we have seen him bat in Test matches for India, and he has a batter's temperament," said Manjrekar. …

IND vs ENG 1st ODI: England Win Toss, Decide To Bat First At Nagpur. Check Playing 11s Inside
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

IND vs ENG 1st ODI: England Win Toss, Decide To Bat First At Nagpur. Check Playing 11s Inside

ABP News  

IND vs ENG 1st ODI: England won the toss and opted to bat first in the 1st IND vs ENG ODI of the three-match series at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Nagpur on February 6. In what came as a major setback for Team India was the absence of Virat Kohli from the playing 11 as he missed the Nagpur …

'He took 5-wicket-haul against Sri Lanka, broke partnerships vs Pakistan': Rohit Sharma's Siraj theory dumped by Bangar
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'He took 5-wicket-haul against Sri Lanka, broke partnerships vs Pakistan': Rohit Sharma's Siraj theory dumped by Bangar

Hindustan Times  

KL Rahul enjoyed an exceptional 2023 ODI World Cup, barring the final against Australia. With Rishabh Pant breathing down his neck, no one really knows what combination captain Rohit Sharma and coach Gautam Gambhir plan on going ahead with. On the eve of the Nagpur ODI, captain Rohit Sharma all but confirmed KL Rahul’s place in the lineup, emphasizing the …

IND vs ENG, 1st ODI: Rishabh Pant left out as KL Rahul gets nod as wicketkeeper
1 month, 2 weeks ago

IND vs ENG, 1st ODI: Rishabh Pant left out as KL Rahul gets nod as wicketkeeper

India Today  

Star India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant was ignored by the team management for the first ODI against England at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Nagpur on Thursday, February 6. There was widespread debate amongst fans and pundits about who should be India’s wicketkeeper ahead of the series with the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 also approaching. IND vs ENG 1st ODI Live …

Rishabh Pant's inspiring move, pledges 10% of commercial earnings to his newly-launched foundation
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rishabh Pant's inspiring move, pledges 10% of commercial earnings to his newly-launched foundation

Hindustan Times  

India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant, in an inspiring move, revealed on Wednesday that he will contribute 10 per cent of all his commercial earnings towards the Rishabh Pant Foundation moving forward. Rishabh Pant is seen during the presentation ceremony after Saurashtra won a Ranji trophy cricket match against Delhi, at the Niranjan Shah Stadium, in Rajkot, Friday, Jan. 24 Taking to …

IND vs ENG, 3rd T20I: England strangles Indian chase to stay afloat in series
1 month, 3 weeks ago

IND vs ENG, 3rd T20I: England strangles Indian chase to stay afloat in series

The Hindu  

An indifferent Indian batting effort made a meal out of England’s 172-run target as the visitor stormed back into the five-match series with a 26-run victory in the third T20I at the Niranjan Shah Stadium here on Tuesday. Once Axar Patel and Hardik Pandya went back into the hut, the England camp would have felt assured of its spirited bowling …

Rishabh Pant embarrassed after fan touches his feet, Rohit Sharma gives spectators reason to cheer despite flop batting
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rishabh Pant embarrassed after fan touches his feet, Rohit Sharma gives spectators reason to cheer despite flop batting

Hindustan Times  

It was a disappointing day for both Rishabh Pant and Rohit Sharma in their respective Ranji Trophy matches on Thursday, but both the India stars gave their fans at the stadium something to cheer as they obliged with autographs and pictures. India cricketers Rohit Sharma and Rishabh Pant India's Test regulars made their respective return to Ranji Trophy after BCCI …

Watch: Rishabh Pant meets and greets fans, signs autographs on Ranji Trophy return
2 months ago

Watch: Rishabh Pant meets and greets fans, signs autographs on Ranji Trophy return

India Today  

Indian wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant made a heartwarming return to the Ranji Trophy after eight years, taking time to greet fans, sign autographs, and pose for pictures ahead of Delhi’s clash against Saurashtra on January 23. Alongside other Indian cricket stars like India skipper Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, and Yashasvi Jaiswal, Pant took the opportunity to play in the Ranji Trophy, …

'Rishabh Pant needs to play with more responsibility'
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2 months ago

'Rishabh Pant needs to play with more responsibility'

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: Former Indian cricket Suresh Raina shared his views and insights regarding the importance of Rishabh Pant and the upcoming T20I and ODI series against England. He also threw light on India’s dicey form in the ODIs and whether Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja, and Rohit Sharma will be able to repeat the 2013 heroics. Speaking on Star Sports Press Room, …

Rishabh Pant needs to play with more responsibility in Champions Trophy: Raina
2 months ago

Rishabh Pant needs to play with more responsibility in Champions Trophy: Raina

India Today  

Former India batter Suresh Raina believes Rishabh Pant can excel in the 50-over format if he bats with more "responsibility" in the three-match ODI series against England and the Champions Trophy. Pant was picked in India's Champions Trophy squad over the likes of Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan and Dhruv Jurel. "He has improved a lot on his wicketkeeping; Rishabh Pant …

Rishabh Pant is a better wicketkeeper: Gavaskar on Samson's Champions Trophy snub
2 months ago

Rishabh Pant is a better wicketkeeper: Gavaskar on Samson's Champions Trophy snub

India Today  

The legendary Sunil Gavaskar has put forth the rationale behind India opting for Rishabh Pant over Sanju Samson for the upcoming edition of the Champions Trophy. Gavaskar was of the opinion that Pant edged out Samson by virtue of being a better wicketkeeper and a better game-changer. Plus Pant is a left-hander and he is probably the better wicketkeeper, although …

Rishabh Pant set to play Ranji Trophy for Delhi, no confirmation over Virat Kohli
2 months, 1 week ago

Rishabh Pant set to play Ranji Trophy for Delhi, no confirmation over Virat Kohli

India Today  

Star India wicketkeeper batter Rishabh Pant is all set to play for Delhi in their next Ranji Trophy 2024-5 fixture against Saurashtra from 23rd January in Rajkot. Pant was named amongst 41 probable players for Delhi for their next rounds of the Ranji Trophy, along with star India batter Virat Kohli and fast bowler Harshit Rana. Kohli last played in …

Ashwin lauds this Indian youngster's potential to score century in every game
2 months, 1 week ago

Ashwin lauds this Indian youngster's potential to score century in every game

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Indian spin legend R Ashwin feels Rishabh Pant will score a century in every game if the maverick India wicketkeeper-batter is able to curb his extravagance and impetuosity as he has got "one of the best defences" in world cricket. Hailing Pant's ability to singlehandedly turn a match on its head, Ashwin said a lot of his shots …

R Ashwin on Rishabh Pant: He has got one of the best defence in world cricket
2 months, 1 week ago

R Ashwin on Rishabh Pant: He has got one of the best defence in world cricket

The Hindu  

Former cricketer R. Ashwin lauded Rishabh Pant’s flamboyance and said that the wicketkeeper-batter can score a century in every game if he realises his full potential. Pant scored the second-fastest Test fifty by an Indian during the fifth match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia in Sydney recently, after a starkly-contrasting hard-fought 40 in the first innings of the same …

Ashwin backs Rishabh Pant, says ‘yet to realise full potential’
2 months, 1 week ago

Ashwin backs Rishabh Pant, says ‘yet to realise full potential’

The Hindu  

Indian spin legend R. Ashwin feels Rishabh Pant will score a century in every game if the maverick India wicketkeeper-batter can curb his extravagance and impetuosity as he has got "one of the best defences" in world cricket. Hailing Pant's ability to singlehandedly turn a match on its head, Ashwin said a lot of his shots are high-risk, something that …

R Ashwin reveals how Rishabh Pant can score hundreds in every game
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2 months, 1 week ago

R Ashwin reveals how Rishabh Pant can score hundreds in every game

India Today  

Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin recently praised wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant for his exceptional defensive skills and discussed how he could reach his full potential in Test cricket. Pant, who scored 255 runs at an average of 28.33 in the recently concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy, faced criticism for his dismissal in the first innings of the Melbourne Test. Indian legend Sunil Gavaskar …

Watch: Rishabh Pant arrives in India from Sydney, meets fans at airport
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Watch: Rishabh Pant arrives in India from Sydney, meets fans at airport

India Today  

India's star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant was spotted at Delhi Airport on Tuesday night, January 7, arriving from Sydney after the conclusion of the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy. While most Indian team members left Australia on Wednesday, January 8, Pant returned a day earlier, sparking excitement among fans at the airport. 🏏ðŸ”å #cricket #Pinkvilla pic.twitter.com/FK573v37Ia — Pinkvilla January 7, 2025 With this …

Kohli might benefit from a stint in county cricket ahead of England tour
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Kohli might benefit from a stint in county cricket ahead of England tour

The Hindu  

A poor result usually speeds up transition, and this Indian team has been in transition for a while now. Technical issue It might not be a bad idea for some batters — Virat Kohli certainly — to seek a county contract in England ahead of the tour. But there is a technical issue outside his off stump — first exposed …

Rishabh Pant isn't averaging over 40 just due to madness: Sanjay Manjrekar
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Rishabh Pant isn't averaging over 40 just due to madness: Sanjay Manjrekar

India Today  

Former India cricketer turned commentator Sanjay Manjrekar feels India wicketkeeper batter Rishabh Pant wouldn't be averaging over 40 in Test cricket just through mad batting. Pant’s knock came on the back of severe criticism from the legendary India batter Sunil Gavaskar who lashed out at him for his shot selection in the previous Test in Melbourne. AUS vs IND 5th …

Sydney Test: Rishabh Pant’s perfectly-timed blitz lifts India
Top News
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Sydney Test: Rishabh Pant’s perfectly-timed blitz lifts India

Hindustan Times  

Sydney: Right until Rishabh Pant walked out to bat on Saturday, wickets had been the order of the day in the Sydney Test. Rishabh Pant bats on Day 2 of Sydney Test against Australia on Saturday. We were a little bit surprised in the first innings, the way he went about his work,” said Australia coach Andrew McDonald. It was …

Pant blitz raises hope, India sweat on Bumrah fitness
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Pant blitz raises hope, India sweat on Bumrah fitness

Hindustan Times  

Sydney: Have we had even one sane day of Test cricket in this Border Gavaskar Trophy series? At close of play, the match was interestingly poised — India are 145 runs ahead, thanks largely to a typically mad Rishabh Pant knock of 61 off 33 balls, with four wickets in hand. The hosts were dismissed for 181 in their first …

‘Rishabh Pant has taken the pants off Aussies’: India’s World Cup-winning legend doesn’t hesitate
2 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Rishabh Pant has taken the pants off Aussies’: India’s World Cup-winning legend doesn’t hesitate

Hindustan Times  

Rishabh Pant came to India’s rescue on Day 2 of the ongoing fifth and final Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test match, at the SCG on Saturday. 4, Pant smacked a resurgent knock of 61 runs off 33 balls, packed with six fours and four sixes, at a strike rate of 184.85. The knock also saw Pant silence his critics, after being in …

Australian team was 'surprised' with Rishabh Pant's defensive 1st innings knock: 'He can put pressure back on bowlers'
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Australian team was 'surprised' with Rishabh Pant's defensive 1st innings knock: 'He can put pressure back on bowlers'

Hindustan Times  

Rishabh Pant's ultra-defensive approach on the opening day of the Sydney Test left Australia’s head coach Andrew McDonald and the Australian team a little surprised. India's Rishabh Pant is hit by ball from Australia's bowler Pat cummins during day one In fact, Pant himself admitted that he wasn’t in the right frame of mind to attack. “First of all, it's …

Rishabh Pant completes 5,000 international runs for India
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Rishabh Pant completes 5,000 international runs for India

Hindustan Times  

Sydney, : Swashbuckling Indian wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant, during his quickfire scintilating knock of 61 runs against Australia in Sydney, completed 5,000 runs in international cricket. Rishabh Pant completes 5,000 international runs for India The left-handed hitter reached this milestone during the fifth and final Test of the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy on Saturday. During the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Pant has …

Tendulkar lavishes praise on Rishabh Pant for 'rattling' Australia: 'Majority of batters played at SR of 50...'
Top News
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Tendulkar lavishes praise on Rishabh Pant for 'rattling' Australia: 'Majority of batters played at SR of 50...'

Hindustan Times  

The pitch at the Sydney Cricket Ground for the fifth and final Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test match has proven to be a nightmare for batters, and a goldmine for pace bowlers. Rishabh Pant hit four sixes on his way to 61 in the second innings at the SCG vs Australia. There was only one exception on day two, at least for …

Decisive Sydney Test heads for exciting finish after Pant's breathtaking fifty
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Decisive Sydney Test heads for exciting finish after Pant's breathtaking fifty

Hindustan Times  

Sydney, Staying true to his aggressive style of play, generational talent Rishabh Pant conjured up a spectacular 33-ball-61 to somehow keep India afloat even as Australia remained in driver's seat in the fifth Test, which is poised for an intriguing finish. Decisive Sydney Test heads for exciting finish after Pant's breathtaking fifty It was largely due to Pant's breathtaking knock …

Rishabh Pant answers Gavaskar, Gambhir with India's second-fastest Test half-century, blasts four sixes in Sydney
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Rishabh Pant answers Gavaskar, Gambhir with India's second-fastest Test half-century, blasts four sixes in Sydney

Hindustan Times  

Rishabh Pant let his bat do all the talking in a befitting reply to the legendary Sunil Gavaskar's "stupid, stupid, stupid" rant at the MCG. India's Rishabh Pant bats during play on the second day of the fifth cricket Test There were reports claiming India head coach Gautam Gambhir expressed his displeasure at Pant's irresponsible cricket. In difficult batting conditions, …

Rishabh Pant’s 29-ball fifty a befitting reply to Sunil Gavaskar’s ‘stupid’ remark? Fans can’t keep calm
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Rishabh Pant’s 29-ball fifty a befitting reply to Sunil Gavaskar’s ‘stupid’ remark? Fans can’t keep calm

Live Mint  

The social media exploded with uncountable memes targeting legendary Sunil Gavaskar after Rishabh Pant's 29-ball fifty against Australia in the second innings of the fifth Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Saturday in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. In Sydney, Pant emerged in a new avatar as he tore into the Australian bowling arena with a flurry of boundaries and …

Rishabh Pant shouldn't be tamed: Maverick Sydney knock another lesson to critics
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Rishabh Pant shouldn't be tamed: Maverick Sydney knock another lesson to critics

India Today  

Sticking to his aggressive style, Rishabh Pant bulldozed the Australian attack with his strokeplay in the second innings and unleashed a stunning 33-ball 61 to keep India alive in the final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Day 1's version was Pant's response to the multiple reports suggesting India's head coach Gautam Gambhir was not happy with Pant's reckless approach to …

Lot of risk but that's how Rishabh Pant plays: Prasidh Krishna on Sydney blitz
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Lot of risk but that's how Rishabh Pant plays: Prasidh Krishna on Sydney blitz

India Today  

Prasidh Krishna praised Rishabh Pant's blitz during Day 2 of the Sydney Test on Saturday, January 4. Pant would deliver an incredible counter punch on Saturday as he lifted India from a tricky position and guided them to a good spot at stumps on Day 2. Speaking at the press conference, Prasidh said that the bowlers were watching how Pant …

AUS vs IND: Rishabh Pant's knock in first innings surprised us, says Andrew McDonald
2 months, 2 weeks ago

AUS vs IND: Rishabh Pant's knock in first innings surprised us, says Andrew McDonald

India Today  

Head coach Andrew McDonald said that Australia were taken aback by Rishabh Pant’s style of play in the first innings of the Sydney Test. On Day 1, Pant put his head down and showed patience to score 40 off 98 before Scott Boland accounted for his wicket. He's got an incredible ability to put pressure back on to bowlers," McDonald …

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