Tom Latham, New Zealand’s captain, made a striking comment about Rishabh Pant’s impactful performance in the Mumbai Test. Latham revealed that as long as Pant was batting on Day 3, New Zealand didn’t think the game was over Ā¹ Ā². And rightly so, considering Pant’s impressive 64 runs, which included nine fours and a six at a strike rate of 112.28 Ā². His dismissal by Ajaz Patel marked a turning point, as India’s batting lineup crumbled, ultimately leading to a 25-run defeat Ā¹ Ā².
Pant’s fighting spirit was evident throughout the series, and he finished as India’s top scorer with 261 runs at an average of 43.50 and a strike rate of 89.38 Ā¹. Despite his valiant effort, India suffered a 0-3 series loss to New Zealand, a rare home series whitewash Ā¹ Ā².
Key Takeaways from the Series:
- Rishabh Pant’s Stellar Performance: Pant’s batting average and strike rate were impressive, but ultimately couldn’t change the series outcome Ā¹.
- India’s Batting Woes: The team’s struggle to rotate strike and repeated mistakes led to their downfall Ā¹.
- New Zealand’s Dominance: The visitors’ consistent performance earned them a historic series win in India Ā².