Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar has lauded Rishabh Pant for his courageous decision to return to bat despite a visible injury during the ongoing 4th Test between India and England at Old Trafford. Taking to social media, Tendulkar praised Pant’s resilience, calling it a reminder of the grit and determination required to represent the country.
“Resilience is about playing through pain and rising above it,” Tendulkar wrote in a heartfelt post. He highlighted how Pant showed “tremendous character” by walking back into the game and delivering a vital fifty even while visibly limping and battling discomfort.
“His fifty is a powerful reminder of the grit and determination it takes to represent your country. A brave effort, and one that will be remembered for a long time. Well played, Rishabh!” the cricket legend added.
Pant’s return to the crease, despite a fractured foot, has become one of the most defining moments of the Test match, drawing standing ovations and widespread admiration from fans and the cricketing fraternity alike.
Earlier in the day, Pant walked back to bat after Shardul Thakur’s dismissal at 314/6, determined to fight for the team despite his injury. His commitment has now been immortalized with Tendulkar’s words of praise, echoing the sentiment of millions watching around the world.
