A strategy to hit the white-ball harder and farther, beyond the fielders he rarely faces in Tests, is quickly becoming crucial for survival at the top.
Rishabh Pant’s all-format reputation took a hit last week when he was excluded from India’s T20I squad for the five-match series against England.
Initially thought to be rested after a demanding four-month, 10-Test schedule, Pant’s inclusion in a Ranji Trophy match for Delhi has raised doubts about this explanation.
In just 43 Test appearances, Pant has already solidified his legacy as India’s most prolific wicketkeeper-batsman. His powerful shots, reverse ramps, sweeps—conventional, reverse, and one-handed—heaves, and more have all added to his dynamic game. Combined with a solid vertical bat that protects his pads and wicket, Pant’s remarkable shot-making ability has earned him an undeniable X-factor status in Test cricket.
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