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Rishabh Pant Shines With Stunning Century: Netizens Overflow With Praise
By CricShots - Sep 21, 2024 1:12 pm
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After making headlines in the IPL 2024 and excelling in white-ball cricket, Rishabh Pant is back to his explosive best in Test cricket, proving against Bangladesh that he remains the dynamic batter he was before his life-changing car accident in 2022. Since returning to competitive play after an 18-month hiatus, the Indian wicketkeeper-batter has captivated fans and critics alike with his performance behind the stumps and with the bat across all formats.

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Rishabh Pant makes a Test comeback with a century

Following India’s triumph in the T20 World Cup 2024 in June, Pant made his Test comeback, eager to demonstrate why selectors and team management have always placed their trust in him. In the ongoing first Test against Bangladesh at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, Pant started his innings aggressively, showcasing his intent.

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Unfortunately, he fell short of converting his promising start into a significant score, getting dismissed for 39 runs off 52 balls by Hasan Mahmud in the first innings. However, this initial setback only bolstered his confidence for the second innings, where he truly shone.

Despite a few early wickets, Pant’s explosive batting provided a much-needed boost for the Indian side. A pivotal moment came when Bangladesh captain Nazmul Hossain Shanto dropped a straightforward catch off Shakib Al Hasan, a decision that would haunt the visitors as Pant went on to make the most of his reprieve. He reached a magnificent century, marking his sixth in Test cricket, and did so in just 124 balls, striking 11 fours and 4 sixes.

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His performance not only reaffirmed his place in the team but also won him immense admiration from fans, who celebrated his inspiring return to form. With this remarkable display, Pant has shown that he is ready to reclaim his status as one of cricket’s premier talents.