As Rishabh Pant gears up for his return to red-ball cricket, the upcoming Border-Gavaskar series against Australia looms large on his mind. Pant, who was India’s hero during the 2021 series in Australia, will be eager to face the challenge once again. The series promises to be a thrilling contest between two cricketing giants, and Pant will be key to India’s chances.

At 26, Rishabh Pant has already made a successful return to white-ball cricket, contributing to India’s victorious T20 World Cup 2024 campaign in the West Indies and the United States. However, the true test for Pant will be in the five-day format, where he has often excelled under pressure. Known for his fearless approach against world-class bowlers, Pant will aim to replicate his past successes and help India retain the Border-Gavaskar trophy.

Speaking about his mindset, Pant emphasized the importance of staying focused and not underestimating any opponent. “I believe the pressure will always be there because, in international cricket, you can’t take any series lightly,” Rishabh Pant shared in an interview with JioCinema. “The margin between winning and losing is very small, and the gap between international teams isn’t much either. However, we have to give our hundred percent regardless, and that mindset has worked well for me so far.”

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Rishabh Pant’s determination to minimize errors and capitalize on his second chance in cricket is palpable. After his horrific accident that sidelined him for 15 months, Pant is more motivated than ever to make a significant impact. Should he get the call-up for the Australia series, Pant will undoubtedly look to challenge his rivals with his aggressive and confident style of play.

Before the much-anticipated Australia series, India will face Bangladesh in a two-match Test series starting on September 19. This will be followed by a three-match Test series against New Zealand, beginning on October 16. These matches will provide Pant with valuable game time, allowing him to regain his form and rhythm ahead of the bigger challenges.

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Australia, the reigning World Test Championship (WTC) champions, will be well aware of the threat Pant poses. They will be prepared to counter his explosive batting, setting the stage for a high-intensity contest. With both teams at the top of their game, cricket fans can expect a riveting series that will test the skills and resilience of both sides.