Rishabh Pant is back - India wicket-keeper hits quickfire half-century after failing in first innings of Duleep Trophy tie

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Rishabh Pant has made a notable comeback in the Duleep Trophy 2024, demonstrating his batting prowess with a quickfire half-century after a disappointing first innings.

Pant's performance, alongside Sarfaraz Khan, played a pivotal role in stabilizing India B's position against India A at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.

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How did Pant perform after a disappointing first innings?

Despite a lacklustre performance in the first innings, where Pant managed only seven runs, he bounced back strongly in the second innings.

Pant scored a rapid 61 off 47 balls, featuring nine boundaries and two sixes. His aggressive innings was crucial in setting up a competitive total for India B, who ended the day's play with a lead of 240 runs.

Pant's return to red-ball cricket marks a significant moment, as he had been sidelined since December 2022 due to a car accident.

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How did Sarfaraz Khan perform in the match?

Sarfaraz Khan also made a significant contribution, scoring a brisk 46 off 36 balls. His innings included a remarkable over where he hit five boundaries, showcasing his potential and earning praise from his teammates.

Khan’s partnership with Pant added 72 runs for the fourth wicket, providing a solid foundation for India B.

At the end of Day 3, India B is positioned well with a lead of 240 runs over India A. The game has seen interruptions, with only 69.1 overs bowled due to slow over-rates.

With only one day remaining, the challenge of achieving a result remains, but India B has set a strong platform for a potential victory.

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Saurav Goyal is a Content Producer at the Sporting News with over two years of experience in covering cricket. An avid cricket fan for more than two decades, his passion for the game led him to writing. Since then, he’s been delivering the latest news and engaging content to keep cricket fans informed and entertained.