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Key Points

Rishabh Pant dazzled with a record-breaking 134, overtaking MS Dhoni for most Test centuries by an Indian wicketkeeper. Shubman Gill anchored the innings with a solid 147 before falling to Shoaib Bashir. England skipper Ben Stokes claimed four wickets, but India remained dominant at 454/7 by Lunch. Pant’s aggressive knock, featuring 12 fours and six sixes, set the tone for India’s strong position.

Key Points: Rishabh Pant Hits Record Century as India Dominates England at Leeds

  • Rishabh Pant scores 134, breaking MS Dhoni's wicketkeeper-batter record
  • Shubman Gill contributes 147 before falling to Shoaib Bashir
  • Ben Stokes takes 4 wickets for England
  • India reaches 454/7 at Lunch on Day 2
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Rishabh Pant scores a record century, India on 454/7 at Lunch against England

Rishabh Pant smashes 134, surpassing MS Dhoni's record, while Shubman Gill scores 147 as India posts 454/7 against England at Headingley.

"Pant brought up his seventh test century with a six, surpassing MS Dhoni's record. – Match Report"

Leeds, June 21

A majestic century from wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant powered India to 454/7 in the pre-Lunch session of the second day of first Test against England, at Headingley Leeds.

England skipper Ben Stokes grabbed his fourth wicket of the innings and Shardul Thakur became his latest prey and departed for one just before lunch. Before this, England got their biggest breakthrough of the day as Josh Tongue removed Rishabh Pant for 134.

Shubman Gill was out after a captain's innings of 147. He was caught on deep square leg on 147, off Shoaib Bashir in the 102nd over.

India started the second day at 359/3 with Gill not out on 127. Pant was on the other end, unbeaten on 62.

India crossed the 400 runs mark in the 96th over and had not lost a wicket when drinks were called. Pant brought up his seventh test century with a six, in the 100th over, and surpassed former Indian skipper MS Dhoni to score the most centuries by a wicketkeeper-batter for India.

Karun Nair joined Pant in the middle after Gill's dismissal. Nair, who made a comeback after eight years in Test cricket, departed for a duck. England skipper Ben Stokes grabbed his third wicket of the innings. Ravindra Jadeja joined Pant in the middle.

India crossed the 450 runs-mark in the 106th over with Rishabh Pant 132 (173) and Ravindra Jadeja 1 (1). Pant was next to go and his third century in England included 12 fours and six sixes.

After Pant's dismissal, Shardul Thakur joined Jadeja in the middle and did not last long.

India were 454/7 at Lunch with Ravindra Jadeja unbeaten on 2.

Brief score: India 454/7 ( Shubman Gill 147, Rishabh Pant 134; Ben Stokes 4/66). Vs England.

- ANI

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Arjun K.
What an innings by Pant! That six to reach his century was pure class. He's truly filling Dhoni's shoes now. Hope he can continue this form throughout the series 🇮🇳 #Pantastic
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Priya M.
Gill and Pant both scoring big runs is exactly what we needed after the WTC final disappointment. But we need to be careful - England's middle order is strong too. 450+ is good but we should aim for 550 minimum.
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Rahul S.
Pant's knock was brilliant but I'm worried about the lower order collapse. From 454/3 to 454/7 is concerning. Jadeja needs to bat responsibly now and take us past 500. Test cricket is about building partnerships!
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Sunita T.
So happy for Pant! After his accident and recovery, this century must mean so much to him. His fearless batting reminds me of Sehwag's days. Hope he breaks more records this series! 🤞
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Vikram J.
While Pant and Gill were outstanding, I'm disappointed with Karun Nair's performance. After 8 years waiting for a comeback, a duck is not what we expected. Maybe should have given chance to younger player like Jaiswal.
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Neha P.
The real test begins now! Our bowlers need to replicate England's conditions when it's their turn to bat. Bumrah and Shami would be licking their lips looking at this pitch. Great position but job only half done! 💪

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