Explorer

WATCH: Rishabh Pant Celebrates Century With A 'Gulati', Video Goes Viral

This was Pant’s seventh Test century overall and his third on English soil, reaffirming his reputation as a big-match player in overseas conditions.

India's commanding performance in the first Test against England at Leeds got even better as vice-captain Rishabh Pant joined Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill in scoring a century in the first innings.

Continuing his impressive form in England, Pant lit up Headingley with a knock that was both impactful and entertaining.

Third Test Century in England for Pant

This was Pant’s seventh Test century overall and his third on English soil, reaffirming his reputation as a big-match player in overseas conditions.

He reached the landmark in 146 deliveries, finishing the day unbeaten on 113 off 156 balls, including 10 fours and 5 sixes. True to his fearless style, Pant brought up his hundred with a massive six over long-on off Shoaib Bashir.

Celebration That Went Viral

Pant’s century celebration quickly became the talk of the internet.

After waving his bat to acknowledge the crowd, he took off his gloves and pulled off a playful somersault on the field — a move that had fans in splits and social media buzzing. Pant had previously performed the same celebration during the IPL 2025, and its return delighted cricket fans worldwide.

WATCH VIDEO

Tendulkar Applauds Pant’s Flair

Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar was among those who appreciated Pant’s performance and celebration.

“Rishabh’s celebration is as entertaining as his batting. Well done, Rishabh!” — Sachin wrote on X (formerly Twitter).

Pant’s knock not only added to India’s dominant position in the match but also reminded fans of the joy and character he brings to the game — both through his bat and his personality.

Pant Breaks Dhoni's 12-Year-Old Record

With this innings, Pant has now become the Indian wicketkeeper with the most Test centuries, overtaking MS Dhoni’s previous tally. His authoritative knock also adds to his growing reputation as one of India’s best-ever wicketkeeper-batters in red-ball cricket.

About the author ABP Live Sports

ABP Live Sports delivers fast, accurate coverage of cricket, football and global sporting action, tracking live scores, match highlights, player form, records and big tournament moments, while offering sharp analysis that keeps fans informed, invested and ahead of every game-changing play.

Read

Top Headlines

Day After Trump’s ‘Will Run Venezuela’ Remark, Top Aide Makes U-Turn
Day After Trump’s ‘Will Run Venezuela’ Remark, Top Aide Makes U-Turn
Satellite Images Reveal Damage At Venezuelan Base Where US Forces Captured Maduro: Report
Satellite Images Reveal Damage At Venezuelan Base Where US Forces Captured Maduro: Report
‘Save Yourself’: Trump Warns Another President After Maduro Is Taken To The US
‘Save Yourself’: Trump Warns Another President After Maduro Is Taken To The US
'Have Fond Memories Of Shiv Sena Bhavan': Raj Thackeray's Emotional Return After 20 Years
'Have Fond Memories Of Shiv Sena Bhavan': Raj Thackeray's Emotional Return After 20 Years

Videos

Breaking: Elderly Couple Found Murdered at Home in Delhi’s Shahdara, Police Probe Underway
US-Venezuela Crisis: US Action in Venezuela Sparks Global Debate Over Sovereignty, Oil, and Precedent
US-Venezuela Crisis: Oil or Security? Debate Grows Over US Action in Venezuela and Power Politics
Indore Water Crisis: 15 Dead After Drinking Contaminated Water, Situation Still Critical
Breaking: PM Narendra Modi to Virtually Inaugurate 72nd National Volleyball Tournament in Kashi

Photo Gallery

25°C
New Delhi
Rain: 100mm
Humidity: 97%
Wind: WNW 47km/h
See Today's Weather
powered by
Accu Weather
Embed widget