‘Test Cricket is where I belong’- Rishabh Pant finds redemption in Chennai Test against Bangladesh

Indian Cricket star Rishabh Pant made his return to Test cricket memorable after 634 days. The 26-year-old scored a century in the second innings to help India take a huge lead. That century was also his 6th in Test cricket which puts him alongside MS Dhoni for the most ton scored by an Indian wicketkeeper. 

The youngster was visibly emotional at the end of the game after India won the match by 280. Speaking during the post-match interaction with the official broadcaster, Pant was asked about his feelings. 

Rishabh Pant said “A lot special, firstly I love playing in Chennai and secondly after injury, I was looking to play all three formats, this was my first match in this format and hopefully, I did better. Definitely, it was emotional, I was looking to score runs in each and every game”

The Indian wicketkeeper also went on to say “Coming back to Test cricket where I belong the most, being on the field gives me pleasure more than anything else. I don't know what people say outside, I tried to read the situation in my own way, when you are 30-3 you need to stitch a partnership and that's what I did with Gill. To do it with a guy who I have a great relationship with is special."

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Rohit Sharma praises Rishabh Pant after winning Chennai Test

Winning captain Rohit Sharma  also had words of praise for the young Indian wicketkeeper-batter. Harsha Bhogle asked the 37-year-old to make a comment on the knock played by Pant in the 2nd innings. 

Rohit Sharma said “He's been through some really tough times. The way he has managed himself was superb to watch. He came back in the IPL, followed by a successful World Cup and this is a format he loves the most. It was about giving him the game time. Credit to him, he had an impact straightaway."

With the way he batted, Rishabh Pant has officially shown the talents he has. It will be pleasing for Gautam Gambhir and the Indian team management. They needed the youngster to be confident with a huge season at home. If the Indian star can keep his form going he will be a dangerous player during the Border Gavaskar series against Australia.