Sat Nov 02 10:27:44 UTC 2024: ## Pant Surpasses Engineer, Becomes Second Highest 50+ Scorer Among Wicketkeeper Batsmen

**Mumbai:** Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant has etched his name in the history books by becoming the second highest scorer of 50+ scores among wicketkeeper batsmen in test cricket. This achievement puts him only behind legendary Mahendra Singh Dhoni.

Pant surpassed former wicketkeeper Farukh Engineer’s record of 18 fifties in the ongoing Test match against New Zealand in Mumbai. He now holds the second spot with 19 fifties, while Dhoni leads the list with a staggering 39 half-centuries.

**Dhoni’s Dominance:**

MS Dhoni, the former captain of the Indian team, remains unmatched in this category. He has scored 39 fifties in test matches, a testament to his incredible consistency as a wicketkeeper batsman.

**Pant’s IPL Auction Buzz:**

The young wicketkeeper’s performance comes amid speculation surrounding his future in the IPL. He was not retained by Delhi Capitals for the upcoming season, leading to predictions that he could be the most expensive player in the upcoming auction. Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting has even predicted this outcome.

**Pant’s Journey with Delhi Capitals:**

Pant has been a consistent performer for Delhi Capitals for the past nine years. His IPL journey began in 2016, and since then, he has played 111 matches, scoring 3284 runs in 110 innings at an impressive average of 35.31.

**Pant’s Impact on the Current Test Match:**

His recent performance against New Zealand highlights his importance to the Indian team. He has been a key contributor in the ongoing test series, cementing his position as a vital member of the squad.

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