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“Country Will Always Be Proud”: Gambhir Hails Pant’s Fight With In Manchester Test

Poulomi Chakraborty

Gambhir Showers Praises On Pant (Source: @BCCI/x.com)Gambhir Showers Praises On Pant (Source: @BCCI/x.com)

The dramatic draw in the Manchester Test entertained the cricket fans with classic red ball action, but Rishabh Pant’s spirit stole the show. Battling a fractured leg, he defied all odds to score a stunning half-century in the first innings, leaving the cricket world in awe.

After the match ended in a draw with India’s second innings brilliance, Rishabh Pant stunned the world with his fight. Though sidelined for the next game, Gautam Gambhir showered heartfelt praises on him.

Gambhir Praises Pant’s Heroics

The recently concluded Manchester Test had all the drama of a thrilling Test match, but Rishabh Pant wrote a new tale of courage and grit. Despite fracturing his leg in the first innings and being told to rest for six weeks, Pant decided to fight for his country. Battling through the pain, he returned to the crease and scored a vital half-century, redefining what bravery means on the field.

As the world came together to praise Pant, Team India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir didn’t hold back. In a BCCI video, Gambhir hailed Pant’s courage, saying the nation will always be proud of his heroic effort.

“The foundation of this Test team will be based on what Rishabh you have done. I hate talking about individuals. I've never spoken about individuals in a team sport. You have not only inspired this dressing room, but you've inspired the next generation. This is what you've done, and that is the legacy which you have created yourself and for everyone in this dressing room. Very, very well done from everyone, and the country will always be proud,” Gambhir said.

Pant Hails Team Spirit And Pride in Representing India

As England put the visitors under pressure, Team India’s fightback in the second innings turned the tide. In the video, Rishabh Pant opened up about his heroic performance despite battling injury.

“Just a gesture from my side, whatever it takes to make our team win or put the team forward. Instead of thinking about personal goals, that was all for me,” he said.

After Team India showed exceptional grit, Rishabh Pant praised the team’s resilience under pressure and expressed how deeply proud he feels to represent a country united behind them.

“Definitely, it’s been amazing, the way they batted, the team was under pressure, and everything was there. But when the whole country stands behind the same cause, that emotion is difficult to explain. I can’t express how proud I feel to represent my country,” he added.

The dramatic end at Old Trafford added a twist to the ongoing series. With England leading 2-1, the Oval Test becomes a decider as India will fight to level the series, while England eyes a 3-1 triumph on home soil.