In the most recent India vs. Bangladesh first Test in Chennai, Rishabh Pant achieved a spectacular comeback to Test cricket. After 632 days away from the longest format, Pant made his debut for India. He scored a brilliant 109 in the second innings to lead the hosts to a commanding 280-run victory. Pakistani legend Wasim Akram praised Pant for his perseverance and tenacity as the 26-year-old made a triumphant comeback to the Test game following his terrifying vehicle tragedy in 2022. When word of Pant’s accident spread, Akram claimed that many in Pakistan and India were concerned. But upon his return, he made a remarkable comeback in the conventional format.
On Sportskeeda, Akram remarked, “Look at Pant’s performance, the miracle that he has performed by proving he is superhuman by returning from his tragedy.” We were all concerned about him in Pakistan. After the manner his accident transpired, and I tweeted about him out of concern.
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Akram, who was already in awe of Pant’s stroke play, remembered how the keeper-batter used to hit the bowlers prior to his mishap. But, Pant’s recovery from his injury was extremely remarkable for Pakistan.
The way he performed in Australia with the century back then. The way he used to play in Test cricket, remarked Akram. “The manner he batted against England, even outstripping [Pat] Cummins with a reverse sweep against [James] Anderson in a Test match. He is unique.
Particularly considering what he endured during that horrifying event and how resilient his mind had to be to recover from it. Especially after what he went experienced in that terrible event and how resilient his mind had to be to recover from it.
According to Akram, the tale of Pant’s renaissance is one that will inspire future generations to overcome every challenge. I think that’s a story that should be recounted to inspire young people everywhere for many generations. Akram answered, ‘You can return the way Pant did.
Akram declared, “He’s a miracle kid.” He returned and averaged 40 in the IPL, scoring 446 runs at a strike rate of 155.
