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Pant's Roof-Rattling Six Damages Colombo Stadium
24 Aug
Summary
- Rishabh Pant hit a six that damaged a solar panel on the stadium roof.
- Pant surpassed MS Dhoni as India's top keeper in away Tests.
- Pant and Jurel scored half-centuries, building India's total.
During the second day of the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo, Rishabh Pant's explosive batting display included a remarkable six that left a lasting mark on the stadium. Having returned to bat after retiring hurt the previous day, Pant unleashed a powerful pull shot off Lahiru Kumara's delivery. The ball soared over fine leg, traveling approximately 95 meters before striking the stadium roof and causing damage to a solar panel.
This boundary-laden performance saw Pant reach his 21st Test half-century, batting strongly alongside Dhruv Jurel, who also achieved his third Test fifty. Their partnership was crucial in helping India build a competitive first-innings total.
Pant's innings was also historic as he moved past MS Dhoni in India's record books. He became the country's highest run-scorer as a designated wicketkeeper in away or neutral Tests, crossing the 2,500-run mark.
