Sanjiv Goenka praises Rishabh Pant for his amazing comeback in cricket recently. The Lucknow Super Giants owner feels very happy about Pant’s success. He thinks Pant’s story will inspire many young cricket players everywhere.
IND vs ENG 2025 series saw Pant play like a champion again. He scored two big centuries against England in the first Test. These scores helped him reach his best-ever ranking in world cricket.
Pant hit 134 runs in the first innings of that match. He then scored 118 runs in the second innings too. No Indian wicket-keeper had ever done this before in one Test.
Breaking Records Like a True Champion
Pant matched Andy Flower’s old record with his twin centuries. Only these two wicket-keepers have scored two hundred in one Test. This shows how special Pant’s achievement really is for cricket history.
The ICC rankings now show Pant in seventh position worldwide. He became the first Indian keeper to reach 800 rating points. His hard work after the accident has paid off beautifully.
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Cricket fans remember how Pant almost lost his life in December 2022. The car accident was so bad that doctors worried about him. Many people thought he might never play cricket again properly.
Amazing Return After 15 Months Away
Pant stayed away from cricket for 15 long months after that accident. He worked very hard to get his body fit again. Doctors and trainers helped him recover from his serious injuries slowly.
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When IPL auctions happened, Lucknow Super Giants bought Pant for Rs 27 crore. This huge amount shows how much teams believe in his talent. Sanjiv Goenka praises Rishabh Pant because he knows his true worth.
“From battling the odds after his unfortunate accident to batting his way to 7th in the ICC Test rankings, @RishabhPant17’s comeback story is truly inspirational. By setting new records and becoming the first Indian keeper-batter to hit 800 rating points, he continues to raise the bar. Wishing him and #TeamIndia all the best for the rest of the series.” Goenka wrote on social media.
Inspiring Young Cricketers Everywhere
IND vs ENG 2025 series became the perfect stage for Pant’s return. He showed everyone that giving up is never an option. His story teaches kids that hard work beats every problem.
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Sanjiv Goenka praises Rishabh Pant not just for his batting skills. He admires Pant’s courage to fight back from such troubles. This makes Pant a real hero for cricket fans worldwide.
