WATCH: Rishabh Pant dons Virat Kohli’s jersey number, stump mic comment grabs attention
New Delhi: Star India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant was seriously injured during the Manchester Test against England. A ball from Chris Woakes hit his leg, causing swelling and bleeding. However, Pant has now recovered from this injury and is now leading India A against South Africa A.
Rishabh Pant usually dons the jersey number 17 on the field. However, during the match against South Africa A, he was seen wearing jersey number 18 the number famously associated with star India cricketer Virat Kohli.
Pant was seen motivating his bowler to stay calm
Star Sports shared a video on its official Instagram handle showing Rishabh Pant motivating his bowler to stay calm and composed. In the clip, Pant can be heard saying, “Hey brother, this is it, this is it. Show me six balls, it will be fun.”
Rishabh Pant is likely to make his comeback during the South Africa tour
India will host South Africa for a two-match Test series starting November 14. Rishabh Pant is likely to make his comeback to the national side in this series, serving as the team’s vice-captain. The wicketkeeper-batter had delivered an impressive performance during the England tour.
India A won the toss and elected to bowl first. South Africa A has managed to scored 148 runs for the loss of 2 wickets in 37 overs on day 1. Anshul Kamboj and Gurnur Brar have taken one wicket for India.
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