India’s wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant once again grabbed the spotlight with a jaw-dropping one-handed six off Bangladesh spinner Mehidy Hasan Miraz during the first Test in Chennai. The audacious shot left fans and teammates in awe, including skipper Rohit Sharma, who was seen applauding Pant’s brilliance from the pavilion.
The moment came on the first ball of the 40th over in India’s second innings. Pant, known for his fearless batting, danced down the track to take on Mehidy Hasan. Though he didn’t quite reach the pitch of the delivery, Pant still managed to connect, sending the ball sailing over the long-off fielder for a stunning six. His effortless execution of the shot showcased his raw power and instinctive play, leaving spectators and commentators buzzing.
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In the first innings, Pant had missed out on a half-century, but he made amends in the second innings by reaching the milestone. This fifty was particularly special as it marked his first in Test cricket since returning from a near-fatal car accident in 2022.
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His gritty comeback has been a testament to his resilience, not just physically but mentally, as he’s looked sharp behind the stumps and confident with the bat. Rishabh Pant wasn’t the only Indian player to shine in the match.
Ravichandran Ashwin played a masterclass knock of 113, Yashasvi Jaiswal fought his way to a well-deserved fifty, and Ravindra Jadeja contributed a crucial 86, guiding India to a solid total of 376 on a tricky pitch. Despite Bangladesh pacer Hasan Mahmud’s five-wicket haul and Taskin Ahmed’s three wickets, India managed to seize a commanding lead.
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With the ball, India continued to dominate. Jasprit Bumrah led the charge, picking up four key wickets, while Siraj, Akash Deep, and Jadeja chipped in to dismiss Bangladesh for just 149, giving India a substantial 227-run lead. As Day 3 unfolded, Pant and Shubman Gill looked comfortable at the crease, extending India’s control over the match, putting them in a strong position to push for victory.
