Rishabh pants praised the former head coach Ravi Shastri For his support during Shastri’s time. Pant emphasized that Shastri’s approach has given him the freedom to play his natural game and express himself on the field without restriction. This environment of trust and encouragement allowed Pant to speak with confidence and demonstrate his skills more effectively.
Return of Rishabh Pant 2.o
Pant is set to make a significant return to Test cricket in 2022, marking his comeback after a serious car accident. He was included in the squad for the competition. First Test match against Bangladeshthis will be a defining moment in his career. Interestingly, Pant’s last Test appearance was also against Bangladesh, days before the accident that severely affected his life and cricket career. This upcoming match not only symbolizes his return to form, but also brings his journey full circle after the life-changing event.
The dynamic and aggressive Pant has already made a remarkable return to white-ball cricket where he played a vital role in India’s stunning victory in the 2024 T20 World Cup in Barbados. His performance in the T20 format reignited excitement and anticipation among fans and cricket experts alike.
All eyes are now on his long-awaited return to Test cricket – a format where he was a towering presence before his career was cut short by a car accident. The upcoming Test series gives Pant a chance to assert his prowess and impact in the longer format, where he has previously established himself as a key player.
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Shalwar compliments Ravi Shastri
Pant credited former coach Shastri for the supportive environment he created during his tenure with the team. Pant credited Shastri for giving him the freedom to play his natural game and express himself on the field. This freedom allowed Pant to perform with confidence and demonstrate his skills without feeling restricted, which was instrumental in his development and success as a player.
“It was an amazing relationship. I got on very well with Ravi Shastri as he gave me the freedom I wanted. I don’t like it when someone tells me not to do a specific thing; instead, I choose the one that offers me a better option. I’d rather move to a better option than run away from it all.” Pant said on his YouTube channel Tanmay Bhatt.
He recalled the times when he struggled against off-spinners when he was playing an attacking stroke in general, and Shastri gave an amazing piece of advice to deal with them.
“There was a time when I was going out to off-spinners when I was batting against them. Ravi bhai was thinking what to say to me then he came to me and told me that we have to find a way to deal with the scammer. He told me he had found a way and said, “You have to play the reverse sweep against the off-spinner and that’s about Test cricket.” he added.
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Pant made the announcement at the Duleep Trophy
Pant showed his fierce batting performance Duleep trophy fits between India A and India Bwhere he brought up his fifty in just 34 balls. The left-hander went from 43 to 49 with a six Kuldeep Yadavand a ball later, he brought the mini milestone with a single. He was the standout batsman for India B in the second innings with 61 off 47 balls studded with 9 fours and 2 sixes.
