Sat Sep 21 09:52:27 UTC 2024: ## Pant’s Century Marks a Triumphant Return in Chennai
**Chennai, India:** Rishabh Pant made a sensational comeback to Test cricket after a long absence due to a car accident, marking his return with a century in the second innings of the ongoing Test match against Bangladesh. This was Pant’s maiden Test century against Bangladesh and his sixth overall, solidifying his position as one of India’s most prolific wicketkeeper-batsmen.
Pant’s century broke several records, making him the first Indian wicketkeeper to score a century in Chennai in 11 years. Only two Indian wicketkeepers have scored centuries in Chennai in the past 50 years – MS Dhoni, who achieved the feat in 2013, and now Rishabh Pant.
Pant’s innings of 109 runs off 128 balls, studded with 4 sixes and 13 fours, was a testament to his resilience and power-hitting abilities. He reached his sixth Test century in a mere 58 innings, significantly faster than MS Dhoni, who achieved the same milestone in his 144th Test innings.
This achievement further solidified Pant’s position as one of the most successful Indian wicketkeepers in Test cricket. He now holds the record for most Test centuries among Indian wicketkeepers, sharing the top spot with MS Dhoni at 6 centuries each.
Pant’s return to form will undoubtedly be a significant boost for the Indian team. His impactful innings against Bangladesh showcased his potential to be a key player in India’s future Test successes.
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