Sat Nov 02 18:49:02 UTC 2024: ## Pant Surpasses Dhoni’s Record in Third Test Against New Zealand

**MUMBAI, INDIA:** Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant smashed a blistering 60 runs off just 59 balls in the third Test against New Zealand on Tuesday, surpassing a record previously held by former Indian captain MS Dhoni.

Pant’s innings, which included 8 fours and 2 sixes, saw him achieve a strike rate of 101.69, marking his dominance at the crease.

This performance solidified Pant’s place in the record books, leaving behind Dhoni’s previous record.

**Other Highlights:**

* Ravichandran Ashwin etched his name in history, breaking Anil Kumble’s record for most wickets in a Test match on home soil.
* Sarfaraz Khan’s dismissal on a duck at his home ground, the Wankhede Stadium, created a somber atmosphere.
* Ashwin’s impressive fielding skills were on full display, with a breathtaking catch in the match.

With Pant’s stellar performance and Ashwin’s historic achievement, India is poised for a strong finish in the ongoing Test series against New Zealand.

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