Rishabh Pant has reached another milestone in his flourishing Test career, becoming the fourth Indian cricketer to achieve 150 dismissals in Test cricket. The milestone was reached during Day 2 of the IND vs AUS Brisbane Test when Pant caught Usman Khawaja off Jasprit Bumrah’s delivery in the 16.1 over.
Pant’s Impressive Record
At just 26 years old, Pant has proven his prowess as a wicketkeeper with his tally now standing at 150 dismissals, including 135 catches and 15 stumpings from 41 matches. His feat places him in the elite company of Indian wicketkeeping legends such as MS Dhoni, Rahul Dravid, and Syed Kirmani.
All-Time Leaders in Test Dismissals for India
- MS Dhoni: 294 dismissals (256 catches, 38 stumpings)
- Rahul Dravid: 209 dismissals (all catches, as a fielder)
- Syed Kirmani: 198 dismissals (160 catches, 38 stumpings)
- Rishabh Pant: 150 dismissals (135 catches, 15 stumpings)
Highest Dismissals-per-Innings Ratio
While Pant trails Dhoni and others in terms of total dismissals, his dismissals-per-innings ratio of 1.875 is the highest among Indian keepers, highlighting his sharp reflexes and consistency behind the stumps.
What’s Next for Pant?
With 150 dismissals under his belt at such a young age, Pant is well on his way to climbing further up the all-time charts. His efficiency and aggressive gameplay make him a cornerstone of the Indian Test setup, and fans will be eager to see how far he can go in redefining the role of a modern-day wicketkeeper-batter.