Rishabh Pant spills the Ashes outcome in one word, favorite footage of cricket legends and Jasprit Bumrah
Rishabh Pantdynamic wicketkeeper-batter of the Indian cricket teamrecently spoke to fans during a Q&A session on social media platform X (formerly Twitter). This interaction not only showed his personality but also offered an insight into his thoughts on cricket legends and future tournaments. Among the topics discussed were predictions for the upcoming Ashes series, comparisons between iconic Indian batsmen and his views on Jasprit Bumrah.
Rishabh Pant Prediction for Ashes 2025
When the former England captain Michael Vaughan asked about Pant’s prediction for the 2025-26 Ashes winner, Pant went to X and responded with a diplomatic but insightful remark: “The team that plays better cricket will win“. This statement reflects Pant’s understanding of the unpredictable nature of cricket, where performance on the day can often determine outcomes. The Ashes, a famous rivalry between England and Australia, is known for its intensity and unpredictability, which makes Pant’s prediction both cautious and realistic.
The team that plays better cricket will win. 🙂
— Rishabh Pant (@RishabhPant17) January 16, 2025
Pant’s respect for Indian batting icons
In another question, Pant was asked to choose his favorite shot from among three iconic shots: Sachin Tendulkarsmooth ride, Virat Kohli‘s cover drive, and Rohit Sharma‘s pull shot. Instead of choosing one over the other, Pant expressed his admiration for all three recordings equally.
He stated, “Sachin paaji’s flat shot, Virat bhai’s sneak shot and Rohit bhai’s pull shot. all 3“. This response highlighted Pant’s appreciation for the artistry involved in batting and acknowledges the unique qualities each player brings to the game.
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Sachin paaji’s flat shot, Virat bhai’s sneak shot and Rohit bhai’s pull shot. all 3
— Rishabh Pant (@RishabhPant17) January 16, 2025
Description of pants for Jasprit Bumrah
When asked to describe Bumrah in one word, Pant did not hesitate to call him “CAPRICORN” (Greatest of All Time), accompanied by a goat emoticon. This concise description highlights Bumrah’s impact on the game as a superb fast bowler. His ability to deliver under pressure and consistently perform at high levels has earned him praise from colleagues and fans alike. Pant’s endorsement of Bumrah as the GOAT reflects not only his respect for Bumrah’s skills, but also the camaraderie between teammates who recognize each other’s contributions.
CAPRICORN. 🐐
— Rishabh Pant (@RishabhPant17) January 16, 2025
Panting to get back into form for India
After a challenging series against Australia in which India lost Granica-Gavaskar Trophy 1-3, Pant is all set to return to competitive cricket. He has confirmed his availability for the upcoming matches in Delhi Early trophy match against Saurashtra, his first appearance in this tournament since the 2017-18 season. Despite not being picked in India’s T20I squad against England due to competition from in-form players like Sanju Samson and Dhruv Jurelthere are expectations that he will be included in the ODI line-up.
India face a busy schedule with T20Is and ODIs against England followed by participation in the Champions Trophy 2025. As one of India’s key players, Pant’s return is highly anticipated by fans and selectors. His experience and explosive batting style will be crucial as India look to regain their dominance in international cricket.
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