Archive · 28 Dec 2025
Rishabh Pant's 70 hints at white-ball comeback
Rishabh Pant, the Indian Test vice-captain, played a calm and controlled innings for Delhi in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.
He scored 70 runs off 79 balls against Gujarat, showing patience and adapting his game to the challenging pitch.
Pant focused on staying at the crease and building the innings rather than playing aggressively.
His performance suggests a possible shift in his approach to white-ball cricket, which could help him make a comeback to the Indian team.
Despite his effort, Delhi didn't fully capitalize on the platform he set, ending with 254 for 9.
Rishabh Pant scored 70 off 79 balls in a composed innings for Delhi against Gujarat in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.
Pant focused on patience and control, adapting to a challenging pitch that offered extra bounce and movement.
He initially played simple shots, running hard between the wickets, and avoided risky strokes early on.
Pant's confidence grew as he reached his half-century, mixing caution with intent and using his natural attacking game.
Despite Pant's effort, Delhi ended with 254 for 9, a total that felt below par after a solid middle-overs recovery.
- Who
- Rishabh Pant
- What
- Scored 70 runs in a composed innings
- When
- Thursday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Vijay Hazare Trophy match against Gujarat
- Why
- To rebuild his white-ball career and guide Delhi through a tricky middle phase
- Player
- Rishabh Pant
- Match
- Vijay Hazare Trophy
- Opponent
- Gujarat
- Score
- 70 off 79 balls
- Team
- Delhi
- Last ODI
- August 2024
