Record! Rishabh Pant achieves milestone that MS Dhoni, Adam Gilchrist, Mark Boucher couldn't in their illustrious careers
Team India wicket-keeper batter
Rishabh Pant
has etched his name in cricketing history by becoming the first visiting wicketkeeper to score 1,000 Test runs in England.
The milestone came during Day 1 of the ongoing 4th Test between India and England at Old Trafford, Manchester.
Pant, who has consistently delivered with both the bat and gloves on English soil, reached this landmark with yet another fluent knock, underlining his status as one of India's finest Test performers abroad.
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Pant surpassed the previous best of 778 runs set by
MS Dhoni
, moving well past legendary names such as Australia's Rod Marsh (773), South Africa's John Waite (684), and Ian Healy (624).
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While the legendary wicketkeepers like
Adam Gilchrist
and Mark Boucher are nowhere to be seen on the list, achieving this record is not just about numbers; it reflects Pant's fearless approach, adaptability to challenging English conditions, and his knack for producing impactful innings when India need them the most.
Since his debut in 2018, Pant has been a standout performer in England.
Unlike many Asian batters who have struggled with the swing and seam in England, Pant's aggressive yet calculated batting style has made him a constant threat to the English bowlers.
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In the current Test, Pant's flamboyant batting has already given India stability after the top-order dismissals of KL Rahul, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and skipper Shubman Gill.
His presence at the crease, alongside the young Sai Sudharsan, has ensured that India remain competitive on Day 1.
Pant's record-breaking achievement has drawn praise from cricket fans and experts worldwide, as he continues to redefine the role of a wicketkeeper-batter in modern Test cricket.
With more innings to come in this series, Pant has the chance to further cement his dominance in England.
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