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On the day of the opening of the fifth Test between Australia and India at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), Indian wicketeeper batsman Rishabh pants stole the limelight with a colossal six that hit the Australian debutant Beau Webster this caused an unusual delay in the game.
Rishabh Pant’s towering six leaves the ground staff in a fix
Facing right-arm medium-fast bowler Webster at the end of 46, Pant danced across the pitch and bowled a length delivery straight over the sight screen. The high power of the shot left the ball lodged in the vision screen, prompting an intervention by the ground staff. In a scene that brought smiles to the crowd, staff had to find a ladder to retrieve the stuck ball. After some effort, one of them stepped up to dislodge him, marking a memorable moment in a high-profile Test match.
Here is the video:
A six so big that the ground staff needed a ladder to retrieve it!#AUSWIN pic.twitter.com/oLUSw196l3
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) January 3, 2025
Also WATCH: Steve Smith reacts after third umpire overrules his catch of Virat Kohli on Day 1 of SCG Test: AUS vs IND
Pant’s hard knock ends after a valiant fight
Pant’s innings of 40 off 98 balls was a mixture of grit and flair. Despite taking several body blows during his time at the crease, Pant played a vital role in consolidating India’s innings. His stay ended in the 57th when Scott Bolandbowling around the wicket, he tempted him with a short ball outside off stump. Pant’s attempt to pull the delivery resulted in a mishit, with the ball landing safely in the hands of Pat Cummins halfway through
Online series for India
This Test is of immense importance for India, trailing 2-1 in the five-match series with a draw. A win in Sydney would not only clinch the series but also allow India to retain the prestige Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
Australia, on the other hand, will aim to seal the series with a win, putting extra pressure on the visitors. The stakes are further increased by the ICC World Test Championship classifications India, currently on 114 points with a PCT of 50%, need a win to increase their PCT to 55.26% and stay in contention for the championship final.
