Rishabh Pant struggled in the first Test between India and South Africa at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. His performance fell well below expectations and has triggered strong reactions online.
Poor outing in both innings
Pant scored 27 runs off 24 balls in the first innings and managed only 2 runs off 13 balls in the second. His dismissals added to India’s batting pressure and left fans disappointed with his overall contribution.
Fans express their frustration
Social media has been full of anger and criticism. Many fans felt he failed to deliver when the team needed him most. The reactions have been sharp, even though his red ball record shows he has been one of India’s most impactful modern Test batters.
Pant’s strong Test record
Pant has scored 3456 runs in 48 Tests with an average of 43.74 and a strike rate of 74.19. His ability to change a match with quick scoring has earned him respect. These numbers continue to silence Trollers who question his talent.
Hope for a strong comeback
His recent dip has raised questions about his consistency since the memorable Gaba Test in 2021. Still, his supporters expect him to bounce back. They hope to see his trademark fearless batting in the second Test starting on 22 November.
