• Rishabh Pant electrified the crowd with a stunning one-handed six off Mehidy Hasan Miraz on Day 3 of the first Test.

  • India dominated Day 3 against Bangladesh, ending the first session at 205 for 3.

IND vs BAN [WATCH]: Rishabh Pant’s hits a spectacular one-handed six off Mehidy Hasan Miraz on Day 3 of the first Test
Rishabh Pant's spectacular one-handed six (Image Source: X)

Rishabh Pant showcased his remarkable talent with a stunning one-handed six off Bangladesh spinner Mehidy Hasan Miraz on Day 3 of the first Test match between India and Bangladesh. This breathtaking moment occurred during the 40th over of India’s second innings, igniting excitement among fans and solidifying Pant’s reputation as a formidable hitter.

Rishabh Pant’s breathtaking one-handed six

The ball, a looped delivery bowled at 80.4 kph, prompted Pant to dance down the track and loft it over long-off, despite being slightly off the pitch. In a remarkable display of skill, he completed the shot with just one hand on the bat handle, sending the ball soaring into the stands and thrilling spectators.

Here is the video:

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Pant and Shubman Gill Steady India’s Innings

As Day 3 commenced, India found themselves at a precarious 81 runs with the loss of three wickets, following the early dismissals of captain Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Virat Kohli on Day 2.

Pant, along with his partner Shubman Gill, stepped up to stabilize the innings, forming a vital partnership that now stands at 138 runs for the fourth wicket.

At the end of the first session, both Pant and Gill remained unbeaten, with Pant on 82 and Gill on 86, both players eyeing their respective centuries. Their solid contributions have propelled India to a commanding total of 205 for 3, extending their lead to 421 runs in the second innings.

With the match progressing, fans are eagerly anticipating whether Pant and Gill can convert their promising positions into centuries, setting a daunting target for the Bangladesh team to chase. As the day unfolds, the stage is set for a riveting battle on the cricket field.

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