Rishab Pant does a Dhoni: Indian wicketkeeper helps Bangladesh set field in hilarious test cricket moment | WATCH

Sports news: On Day 3 of the first Test at MA Chidambaram Stadium, India’s star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant provided fans with a memorable moment when he was hilariously seen helping Bangladesh set their field while batting. Pant, alongside Shubman Gill, resumed India’s innings at 81/3 and soon powered India past the 400-run mark. As the stump mic caught, Pant humorously suggested to Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto, "one fielder here" while pointing towards mid-wicket. To everyone’s surprise, Shanto obliged, moving the fielder as per Pant’s advice.

Pant and Gill steady India’s innings

Pant resumed his innings cautiously, starting at 12* (13). At the other end, Shubman Gill was in full flow, showcasing his exceptional stroke play. Gill brought up his half-century in style, smashing back-to-back sixes off Mehidy Hasan Miraz. Pant, meanwhile, continued his steady progress, finding boundaries sporadically and moving to 36 by the drinks break.

Always in the captain’s ear, even when it’s the opposition’s! 😂👂

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The 100-Run Stand

After both batters reached their respective half-centuries, they shifted gears, launching a calculated assault on the Bangladesh bowlers. Their partnership flourished, with Pant and Gill building a crucial 100-run stand, leaving Bangladesh under significant pressure. Pant had a lucky escape when Najmul Hossain Shanto dropped him on 71 off Shakib Al Hasan’s bowling.

By lunch, Pant was unbeaten on 86*, Gill on 82*, and India had reached 205/3, leading by 432 runs. The pair extended their partnership to 138 runs by lunchtime, firmly placing India in the driver’s seat and leaving Bangladesh struggling to contain the duo.