Sun Sep 22 17:52:22 UTC 2024: ## Pant Reveals Dressing Room Chatter Ahead of India’s Declaration in Bangladesh Test

**Dhaka, Bangladesh:** Rishabh Pant has shed light on the crucial discussions that led to India’s declaration of their innings on the third day of the second Test against Bangladesh. With India already in a commanding position, Captain Rohit Sharma decided to declare at 287/6, giving the bowlers a chance to wrap up the match.

Pant revealed that during the lunch break, the declaration was a hot topic in the dressing room. “Rohit bhai (Rohit Sharma) made it clear that we had an hour to score as many runs as possible,” said Pant, adding that he was determined to “go for it” and potentially even reach a 150.

Pant’s aggressive approach, fueled by the team’s decision, saw him score a blistering 109 runs off 128 balls. He also highlighted the pressure on him and Shubman Gill, who had scored 86 runs at lunch, to make the most of the remaining time.

The declaration strategy proved successful, as India eventually went on to win the match by a massive 280 runs, taking a 1-0 lead in the two-match series.

Pant’s return to Test cricket after a serious car accident in December 2022 was a highlight of the match. His century marked a remarkable comeback, drawing praise from Captain Rohit Sharma, who commended Pant for his resilience and determination in overcoming the difficult situation.

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