Rishabh Pant Spotted Interacting With Shubman Gill's Parents During Team India's Net Session Ahead Of Sydney Test; Video
Rishabh Pant has managed to score just 154 runs across four matches so far.
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Team India faced a crushing defeat in the Boxing Day Test at Melbourne, leaving them in a do-or-die situation. Amidst on going challenges men in blues are ready for the fifth and final Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) starting January 3. Ahead of the Sydney Test, a heartwarming moment from a net session has caught attention on social media.
Wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant was seen engaging in a lighthearted conversation with teammate Shubman Gill’s parents, who were present at the practice. The video of the cheerful interaction has gone viral.
Rishabh Pant’s performance in BGT 2024 so far
Pant, who made a strong comeback in 2024 with a century against Bangladesh in test series and key performances against New Zealand, has struggled in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) series. Rishabh Pant has managed to score just 154 runs across four matches so far.
India’s Struggles and Changes Ahead of the Sydney Test
Following a heavy defeat in Melbourne, India finds themselves in a must-win situation to keep their hopes alive for a third consecutive World Test Championship (WTC) final appearance.
Senior players, including captain Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, have had inconsistent performances, with Rohit yet to cross double digits in the series.
As per reports, Rohit is likely to be rested, with Shubman Gill expected to return. Prasidh Krishna is set to replace Akashdeep in the bowling lineup. Nitish Kumar Reddy, fresh off a brilliant maiden century in Melbourne, will aim to deliver another strong performance.
Jasprit Bumrah, the standout bowler with 30 wickets in the series, will continue to lead the attack. With everything at stake, India needs a collective effort to overcome Australia and secure the Sydney Test.
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