Rishabh Pant surpassed captain Shubman Gill to become India’s leading run-scorer in ICC World Test Championship history. Pant now has 2,948 runs from 42 Tests, moving ahead of Gill’s 2,917. Rohit Sharma is third among Indian batters with 2,716 runs, followed by Ravindra Jadeja and Virat Kohli. He achieved two significant milestones during the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo.
The wicketkeeper-batter also surpassed MS Dhoni to become India’s highest run-scorer as a designated wicketkeeper in away or neutral Tests. He crossed 2,500 runs in the category, edging beyond Dhoni’s 2,496. He has achieved this at an average of almost 42, compared to Dhoni’s 32.84.
The milestone came during a crucial partnership with Dhruv Jurel. The pair added an unbeaten 112 runs for the seventh wicket, helping India reach 419 for 6 at lunch on the second day. Jurel also reached his half-century during the partnership.
Pant had retired hurt on the opening day after being struck on the left arm by a short delivery from Lahiru Kumara. He returned on Day 2 after Saransh Jain was dismissed and continued batting despite the discomfort. He took a couple more blows to the shoulder but showed considerable resilience.
The total of 419 for 6 is only the 11th time a team has posted 400 or more in the first innings of a Test at this venue. The century partnership between Pant and Jurel is also only the second time India have registered a 100-plus stand for the seventh wicket or lower in a Test in Sri Lanka.
Rishabh Pant Creates History by Surpassing MS Dhoni in Away Tests
Rishabh Pant achieved a major milestone during the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo. He became the first Indian wicketkeeper to score 2,500 runs in away or neutral Tests. He moved past the legendary MS Dhoni, who had 2,496 runs in that category. Pant now has 2,501 runs at an average of almost 42, which is significantly better than Dhoni’s average of 32.84.
Farokh Engineer is third on the list with 1,209 runs, followed by Syed Kirmani with 1,109 and Kiran More with 901.
The milestone came a day after Pant had an injury scare. He was struck on his left arm by a short delivery from Sri Lankan pacer Lahiru Kumara. He tried to pull the ball but missed and took the full impact on his arm. He was in visible discomfort and received treatment from the physiotherapist. After making just three runs, he walked off the field in the 58th over.
Pant returned to bat on Monday after Saransh Jain was dismissed. He faced another stern examination from the Sri Lankan pacers, who tested him with short-pitched deliveries. He took a couple of blows to the shoulder but showed considerable resilience and continued batting. Dhruv Jurel provided valuable support at the other end as the pair built a crucial partnership to steady India’s innings.
Rishabh Pant Surpasses Adam Gilchrist for 101 Test Sixes
Rishabh Pant reached a new milestone during the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo. He hit his 101st six in Test cricket, moving past Adam Gilchrist. Gilchrist had finished his career with exactly 100 sixes. Pant is now third on the all-time list behind only Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum.
He reached the 100-six mark during the first Test in Galle. He achieved it in just 89 innings, making him the fastest player to reach the milestone. Gilchrist took 137 innings to get there. Pant’s aggressive style has made him one of the most entertaining batters in the modern game.
The list is led by Ben Stokes with 138 sixes. Brendon McCullum is second with 107. Pant now has 101 and is closing in on McCullum. He is only 28 years old and has many years of cricket ahead of him. He could easily overtake McCullum and might even challenge Stokes’ record if he stays consistent.
Among wicketkeepers, Pant is now second behind McCullum. He has overtaken Gilchrist and is well ahead of MS Dhoni, who finished with 78 sixes. Pant’s ability to clear the ropes regularly has become a key part of his batting. His fearless approach has helped India in many difficult situations.
FAQs
Q. How many WTC runs does Rishabh Pant have?
A. Pant has scored 2,948 runs in 42 Tests.
Q. Who did Pant surpass in the WTC run-scoring list?
A. Pant surpassed India captain Shubman Gill.
Q. How many WTC runs has Shubman Gill scored?
A. Gill has scored 2,917 runs in WTC history.
Q. Whose away wicketkeeper record did Pant break?
A. Pant surpassed MS Dhoni’s away Test record.
Q. How many away Test runs did MS Dhoni score?
A. Dhoni scored 2,496 runs in that category.
Q. Who partnered Pant during his record-breaking innings?
A. Dhruv Jurel partnered Pant in a 112-run stand.
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