Rishabh Pant's Witty Retort Shuts Down Harry Brook's Sledging Attempt in Edgbaston Test

During the second innings of the Edgbaston Test, Rishabh Pant showcased his batting prowess, prompting some attempted mind games from England's Harry Brook. However, the Indian wicketkeeper-batter handled the situation with composure and a touch of humor.

Rishabh Pant celebrates a half-century during the second Test against England.

As Pant was building his innings, Brook tried to unsettle him by asking, "What’s your fastest hundred?". The intention was clear: to pressure Pant into playing rash shots.

Pant, unfazed, responded calmly, "In Test cricket, maybe 80–90 minutes," referring to his previous centuries.

Brook then cheekily brought up his own record in the IPL, saying, "The fastest hundred I’ve hit was in 55 balls—you could do that today."

However, Pant refused to take the bait, replying with a smile, "It’s okay. I’m not too greedy for records. If it happens, it happens," effectively shutting down the sledging attempt.

His composed response highlighted his focus on the game rather than getting drawn into unnecessary distractions.

Pant's Crucial Innings

After scoring 25 in the first innings, Pant delivered an entertaining and crucial 65 off 58 balls, including eight fours and three sixes. This counter-attacking innings helped India build a significant lead.

Pant's Impressive Record

In 28 SENA (South Africa, England, New Zealand, Australia) Tests, Pant has accumulated 2,023 runs at an average of 41.28, with six centuries and six fifties in 52 innings, and a highest score of 159*.

In this series, Pant has been a standout performer, with 342 runs in four innings at an average of 85.00 and a strike rate of 81.81, including two centuries and a fifty. His best score is 134.

Pant forged a valuable 110-run partnership for the fourth wicket with Gill, who also played a significant role with a magnificent 161 off 162 balls, including 13 fours and eight sixes.

Jadeja remained unbeaten on 69 (118 balls, five fours and one six), contributing to a rapid 175-run partnership for the fifth wicket with the Indian skipper.

India, resuming the fourth day's play at 64 for one, had earlier lost KL Rahul (55) and Karun Nair (26) in the first session.