Rishabh Pant's Edgbaston Blitz: Indian Star Breaks Records, Achieves SENA Milestone

Rishabh Pant continues to impress, achieving a significant milestone in his Test career. The dynamic wicketkeeper-batter has become the first Asian wicketkeeper to surpass 2,000 Test runs while playing in SENA countries (South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia). This achievement highlights his impact and prowess in modern cricket.

Rishabh Pant celebrates his achievement.

Pant reached this milestone during his aggressive second-innings knock of 65 off 58 balls in the ongoing second Test against England at Edgbaston. His innings included eight fours and three sixes, showcasing a blend of aggression and calculated play as he aided India in solidifying their significant lead. This followed a score of 25 in the first innings and reinforced his reputation as a player who thrives under pressure, particularly in challenging overseas conditions.

To date, Pant has accumulated 2,023 runs in 28 Tests played in SENA countries, maintaining a robust average of 41.28. This includes six centuries and six half-centuries, with a highest score of 159 not out.

In the current series against England, Pant stands out as India's second-highest run-scorer, having amassed 342 runs in four innings at an impressive average of 85.50 and a striking strike rate of 81.81. His performance includes two centuries and one half-century, with a top score of 134.

During his explosive innings at Edgbaston, Pant also broke a long-standing record. He now holds the record for the most sixes hit by a visiting batter in Tests in England, with a total of 24 sixes. This surpasses the previous record held by Ben Stokes, who hit 21 sixes against South Africa.

His contributions played a pivotal role in India's historic batting display, as they amassed a total of 1,014 runs at Edgbaston. This is their highest-ever aggregate in a Test match, surpassing the 916 runs scored against Australia at the SCG in 2004. It is also only the sixth time that a team has surpassed 1,000 runs in a single Test match.