IPL 2024: Rishabh Pant fined Rs 24 lakh for maintaining slow over rate for the second consecutive time
Apart from Pant, the players who were part of the playing 11 including the Impact player of Delhi Capitals have been fined 25 percent of the match fee.
In this regard, IPL issued a statement saying, “Rishabh Pant, the Delhi Capitals captain, has been fined after his team maintained a slow over-rate during their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 match against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Dr YS Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam on April 3. As it was his team's second offence of the season under the IPL's Code of Conduct relating to minimum over rate offences, Pant was fined ₹24 lakhs."
“The rest of the members of the Playing XI, including the Impact Player, were each individually fined either INR 6 lakhs or 25 per cent of their respective match fees, whichever is lesser." The statement added.
During the 16th match of the IPL 2024 against Kolkata Knight Riders in Visakhapatnam on Wednesday, Delhi Capitals were found guilty of having less overs than the stipulated time. Apart from Pant, the players who were part of the playing 11 including the Impact player of Delhi Capitals have been fined 25 percent of the match fee. Delhi Capitals also had a slow over-rate against CSK and was found guilty for the second time against KKR.
In this match, Delhi Capitals had to suffer a huge defeat of 106 runs. In the first innings, KKR batted first and scored 272 runs losing 7 wickets in 20 overs. This was the second highest team score in the IPL 2024. In reply, Delhi Capitals team was all out for 166 runs in 17.2 overs and lost the match by 106 runs.
Pant on the verge of getting banned
Rishabh Pant is in danger of a one-match ban. If the Delhi Capitals team continues to maintain a slow over-rate in a match, it will be their third mistake and in such a case the captain will be banned for one match. It is noteworthy that Delhi Capitals team is at 9th position in the points table of IPL 2024 with three losses in 4 matches.
DC will play its next match against Mumbai Indians on April 7 at Wankhede Stadium. The Mumbai team is at the last position in the points table of IPL 2024, having lost its first three matches.
Discover the players with most sixes for India in tests. Explore how Rishabh Pant surpassed Dhoni's record and recently equaled Rohit Sharma. Can he claim the top spot? Find out.
Indian batters have showcased an impressive six-hitting record in the history of test cricket, etching their names among the big hitters around the world. It represents not just power, but a fearless approach in the longest format.
Some of India's most celebrated cricketers have taken this record for most sixes in tests to another level, having smashed an unparalleled number of sixes. Focusing on the current standings, Rishabh Pant is the one name growing rapidly to the top, surpassing Dhoni's record.
Find out who hit the most sixes for India in tests, and how close Pant is to claiming the top spot.
Virender Sehwag hitting a six for India in a test match. Image | ESPNcricinfo
The former Indian cricketer, Virender Sehwag, has hit the most sixes for India in tests. His six-hitting approach was defined by a dominant mindset, where he would take on a bowler in the very first over if he wanted.
Sehwag smashed 90 sixes for India in test format, spanning from 2001 to 2013. This came across 103 test matches (178 innings) and has been unmatched over a decade.
2. Rishabh Pant | 88 sixes
Rishabh Pant hitting his iconic one-handed sixes for India in a test match. Image | NDTV
Rishabh Pant has rapidly climbed up in the elite list of six-hitters, recently levelling up Rohit Sharma's numbers with 88 sixes in tests. He also became the player with most sixes (36 sixes) against England in tests, surpassing Viv Richards' record.
Pant's immense power and confidence in the format is really exciting to watch. He is only 3 big hitsaway from surpassing Sehwag and becoming the player with most sixes for India in tests.
He reached to this spot in just 46 matches (80 innings), which shows how he is capable of taking this record to the highest level with his one-handed flicks, aggressive sweeps, and powerful pulls.
Rohit Sharma smashing a six for India in test. Image | X
Rohit Sharma put an end to his test career with an astounding 88 sixes for India in 67 matches (116 innings). From his test debut as a middle-order batsman to transitioning into one of the best test openers for India, he kept his big-hitting prowess alive throughout.
Sharma's ability to read lengths early and deliver the ball effortlessly to the stands was phenomenal. Given that he holds the record for the most international sixes across all formats, his position within his nation's top 5 in Test cricket is certainly not a surprise.
MS Dhoni hitting a flat six ina a test match for India. Image | TOI
MS Dhoni holds the 4th spot for most sixes for India in tests, having 78 sixes across 90 matches (144 innings). Renowned for his "helicopter shot," which delivered the ball soaring over long-on or mid-wicket, his strength lay in his powerful forearms and lower body.
Dhoni often converted decent deliveries into maximums, in order to shift the pressure at crucial times for India.
5. Ravindra Jadeja | 73 sixes
Ravindra Jadeja going big against England in a test match. Image | Facebook
Being the only all-rounder in the list of most sixes for India in tests, Ravindra Jadeja, with 73 sixes to his name, needs to be given the appreciation he truly deserves. He achieved those numbers in only 83 matches (123 innings).
Jadeja is the second player, after Pant, to have an ongoing test career among the Top 5, which indicates his potential to surpass Dhoni's record. Considering his current pace, the day he breaks records and climbs higher on the list doesn't seem far off.
India vs England 3rd Test, Day 1: Even Gill's "boring test match" taunt could not bring out the BazBall
England scored 251, at just 3.02 runs per over, on Day 1 of India vs England 3rd Test at Lord's. Joe Root remained unbeaten, one short of his 37th test ton.
At just 3.02 runs per over, an unlikely England under captain Ben Stokes and coach Brandon McCullum were seen on Day 1 of India vs England 3rd Test at Lord's. Even Shubman Gill's taunting "boring Test cricket" comment could not bring the BazBall of the England cricket team.
England finished Day 1 with 251/4 as Joe Root remained on 99 along with a struggling yet effective Ben Stokes on 39 from 102 balls at the other end.
Indian bowlers did pretty well to restrict English batters and bowled with discipline, except for Akash Deep, who went for 4.41 runs per over on Day 1.
Key Moments and Highlights of Day 1 of India vs England 3rd Test
Joe Root equaled Jacques Kalli's record of 103 fifty plus scores in test cricket. Image | sportzpoint.com
After the defeat at Edgbaston, England wanted a pitch that had "something in it." However, it did not look like that on Day 1. The pitch looked dry and slow, which might favour India as every day progresses.
Ben Stokes won the toss and decided to bat first, which is very unlikely of them as they always want to chase scores in the fourth innings. But, with the dry and slow pitch in action, it might be good to bat in the third inning, rather than batting in the last inning.
Indian opening bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep did well, and it did not look like Akash Deep, who was coming from a historical 10-wicket haul, had any issues with the slope of Lord's. Oh, did I forget to mention that India had one change from Edgbaston - Jasprit Bumrah in place of Prasidh Krishna.
Nitish Kumar Reddy provided the early wickets for India
Reddy dismissed Duckett and Crawley in the same over. Image | BCCI on X
Despite a good start and a long spell from Bumrah, India had to wait till Nitish Kumar Reddy came into the bowling and struck twice in his first over to remove both the English openers. Ben Duckett (23) would consider himself unlucky to be caught down the leg side, while Zack Crawley (18)got a "spitting cobra" delivery from Reddy.
Ollie Pope would have been out first ball if Shubman Gill had caught a tough chance in the gully. But, from then on, the signals were in. The edges were not reaching the slips, and Gill once had to come so close that he wore a helmet.
The first session ended with England being on 83/2 after 25 overs.
Pope and Root had a 109-run partnership for the third wicket. Image | Getty Images
Though Pope struggled to get going, on the other end, Joe Root was Joe Root - buying runs ball by ball, playing the way he does. Gill tried to break the partnership between Pope and Root with Bumrah in action, but that did not happen.
Rishabh Pant recieving a treatment after getting injured in the fingers. Image | Cricbuzz on X
Bumrah and Jadeja provided breakthroughs for India
Dhruv Jurel took a good catch to dismiss Ollie Pope. Image | Getty Images
For India, the breakthrough finally came in the first over of the third season as Ravindra Jadeja produced an outside of Pope (44) and Jurel caught it beautifully to get England's third. Pope and Root had a 109-run partnership, which balanced the first session of the day.
Soon, Bumrah was called into action, and he rattled the stumps of Harry Brook, and everyone thought that Gill and company would have the doors open for a collapse.
Stokes plays through pain; Root closer to another ton
Nitish Kumar Reddy thought he had Ben Stokes out LBW, but DRS went in favour of England. Image | Getty Images
However, captain Ben Stokes, who has not scored a test century in the last two years, played an uncharacteristic inning to build an unbeaten 79-run partnership with Root.
Nitish Kumar Reddy nearly had Stokes out, but the DRS showed that India had to be satisfied with the Umpire's call, which was not out. Root meantime looked flawless against pace and spin.
In the final hour of the day, Stokes struggled with a groin injury and could not run, which stopped the flow of the run as well. With Joe Root on 99, and looking for his 37th test ton and 8th at Lord's, we are set for a big day tomorrow.
Day 1 score summary
India vs England 3rd Test - Day 1 Scorecard Summary (Lord's)
ENG vs IND, Third test at Lord's: Why Rishabh Pant is not wicket-keeping for India?
Rishabh Pant went off the field after a stinging blow to his fingers during Day 1 of ENG vs IND, Third test at Lord's. Jurel replaced him as substitute keeper.
During the second session on Day 1, Jasprit Bumrah sprayed one down the leg side. It hit Pant's fingers as he stuck his left hand out to try and stop it.
The ball went down to fine leg for a couple of byes, but Pant needed some treatment. He was clearly struggling as he got his finger taped up.
Rishabh Pant recieved treatment after getting hit on the finger. Image | Cribuzz on X
Dhruv Jurel came in as a substitute wicket-keeper
Despite the pain, Pant tried to keep for another five balls, but it was evident he was in pain. Dhruv Jurel, who kept in the three Tests against England in India, was called to replace Pant.
Jurel also kept during the India A games against England Lions, just before the series.
Dhruv Jurel replaced injurted Rishabh Pant as substitue wicket-keeper in the second session for India. Image | Cricbuzz on X
England started slow and steady
Earlier, England captain Ben Stokes won the toss and decided to bat first at Lord's. England had announced their playing XI on the eve of the game, while for India, Jasprit Bumrah replaced Prasidh Krishna in the Indian playing lineup.
Indian bowlers started well but were a bit unlucky in the first session. A few played and missed while a few knicks dropped short as well. However, it was Nitish Kumar Reddy who got the openers Ben Duckett and Zack Crawley in his first over to give India their first breakthrough.
But Ollie Pope and Joe Root steadied the ship for England. Although the innings from both of them were a bit slow, England made sure they played the whole second session without losing a wicket. They scored England's second-slowest partnership worth 50 or more in the Stokes-McCullum era.
Meanwhile, Joe Root, who scored his 103 fifty-plus score of his test career, also became the first man to score 3,000 runs against India in Test cricket.
Latest ICC Test player rankings update: Featuring new No.1 and Shubman Gill's historic Top 10 debut
The latest ICC Test player rankings update is here, featuring a new no. 1 and Shubman Gill's historic Top 10 debut. Check out the full articles for details.
The world of Test cricket rankings has recently witnessed a drastic shift. As per the ICC's latest Test player rankings update on July 6, 2025, a fresh wave of change is brought out to us, along with new names at the top.
The biggest headline undoubtedly belongs to England's fiery batter, Harry Brook, who has roared up to claim his place as the new No. 1 test batter, overtaking his teammate, Joe Root.
This is closely linked with the ongoing test series between India and England, which is nothing short of a run-scoring carnival. Nearly 1,700 runs were scored in the 2nd test at Edgbaston, which resulted in batters from both sides making big moves in the rankings.
Adding to the excitement, there's the sensational Indian star Shubman Gill, who has made a historic Top 10 debut, following his record-breaking, consistent performances.
From the gains of Wiaan Mulder and Akash Deep to NK Reddy's fall from batters and all-rounders' ranking, check out who is on fire in the longest format of the game right now.
ICC Test player rankings update: Top 10 Batters
Here's the latest ICC Test player rankings update on Men's Test Batting, featuring new no. 1 and Shubman Gill's historic debut.
Ranking rises and falls: A closer look at the gains and setbacks
Shubman Gill celebrates his double century against England at Edgbaston in July'2025. Image | Mint
After the updated ICC rankings have been released, we have seen many ups and downs in the numbers, based on the recent test performances. Let's take a closer look at them:
Harry Brook overtakes Joe Root to claim No. 1 spot (+1)
Harry Brook's performance in the 2nd test against India at Edgbaston, scoring 158 and 23, was enough to give him a boost in the rankings. He climbed from the second spot to the top (no. 1), overtaking his teammate, Joe Root.
This boost gave us a new ICC No. 1 test batter.
Wiaan Mulder's 367* earns him a massive rise (+34)
South Africa's Wiaan Mulder has made a monumental leap in the ICC test player rankings, climbing to No. 22 after his phenomenal 367* against Zimbabwe in the 2nd test at Bulawayo. Captaining for the first time, Mulder struck 49 fours and 4 sixes during his remarkable knock.
He made a decision to declare the innings and opt not to chase Brian Lara's 400*, out of respect for the legend, as well as to prioritise team victory.
Shubman Gill's historic Top 10 debut (+15)
Shubman Gill delivered a record-breaking performance at Edgbaston, scoring 269 in the first innings and following it up with 161 runs in the next one. He not only secured India's first test victory at the venue but also made a historic Top 10 debut in the ICC test player rankings.
Gill's batting has given him a 15-place push, into the 6th position.
Jamie Smith's fixates in the 10th spot (+16)
England's wicket-keeper batter, Jamie Smith, got a 16-place raise after his 184 and 88 scores at Edgbaston. His dedication to stand up for his team and deliver consistently has earned him the 10th spot.
In the latest ICC test player rankings update, India's Nitish Kumar Reddy was seen having a hard to with the bat, unable to contribute much for the team. He got dismissed for just 1 run in both innings at the Edgbaston test, resulting in an 11-place downgrade in the rankings.
ICC Test player rankings update: Top 10 Bowlers
Here's the latest ICC Test player rankings update on Men's Test Bowling:
Rank
Player
Team
Rating
1
Jasprit Bumrah
India
898
2
Kagiso Rabada
South Africa
851
3
Pat Cummins
Australia
840
4
Josh Hazlewood
Australia
817
5
Noman Ali
Pakistan
806
6
Matt Henry
New Zealand
782
7
Nathan Lyon
Australia
777
8
Marco Jansen
South Africa
767
9
Jayden Seales
West Indies
755
10
Mitchell Starc
Australia
735
Ranking rises and falls: A closer look at the gains and setbacks
Akash Deep after the victory of India over England at Edgbaston in July'25. Image | X
Take a look at the ups and downs in the rankings of individual players that are worth noting:
Akash Deep jumps to 45th in the World (+39)
The rising Indian fast bowler, Akash Deep has earned the no. 45 spot (gaining a 39-place push), following his 10-wicket haul against England at Edgbaston. He finished with figures of 10/187, and made history by becoming the only second non-english fast bowler to get ten wickets at this venue.
Following the performance of the South African pacer Codi Yusuf against Zimbabwe, he gained 32 places up in the latest ICC test player rankings update.
Yusuf has consistently proved to be a wicket-taking option for the team, grabbing 10 wickets across the 2 test matches.
Prasidh Krishna's fall to No. 82 (-13)
The lastest ICC test player rankings update also saw a 13-place downgrade for the India's Prasidh Krishna. He struggled to be economical in the English conditions, giving out too much during his spells, resulting in this fall.
Indian players to record two hundreds in a Test match
Shubman Gill recently etched his name into the elite list of Indian players to record two hundreds in a Test match with his performance against England at Edgbaston. Discover the complete list filled with legendary batters who made history.
A hundred in test cricket is considered to be one of the highest cricketing honours. But imagine doing it twice in the same match? That's right! It requires a different level of class, endurance, and brilliance.
Over the years, only 8 Indian batters could achieve this extraordinary feat with their incredible batting abilities. We have curated a complete list, where you'll find the details of their remarkable achievement.
Here's the list of Indian players to record two hundreds in a Test Match:
1. Vijay Hazare (116 & 145 vs AUS), 1948
Vijay Hazare representing India. Image | Onecricket
1st innings: 116 runs (303 balls)
2nd innings: 145 runs (372 balls)
Vijay Hazare was the first Indian batsman to score two hundreds in a Test match. He made this record in the 4th test of India tour of Australia in 1948. Despite not having the match result in their favour, this particular knock by Hazare is remembered for the quality and efforts for winning.
This day marked the beginning of a new record for India, defined by the benchmark set by Hazare.
2. Sunil Gavaskar (124 & 220 vs WI) (111 & 107 vs PAK) (107 & 182 vs WI) | 1971, 1978
Sunil Gavaskar celebrating a century for India in Tests. Image | The Hindu
First instance: 124 & 220 vs West Indies in 1971
Second instance: 111 & 107 vs Pakistan in 1978
Third instance: 107 & 182 vs West Indies in 1978
The 'Little Master,' Sunil Gavaskar, did wonders back in the '70s by achieving the record of two hundreds in a test match not only once, but 3 times. He is the only Indian batter to do so till date, facing two strong teams (West Indies and Pakistan).
This was the prime time of his career when he made it to multiple record books, inspiring the next generation of emerging cricketers.
3. Rahul Dravid (190 & 103* vs NZ) (110 & 135* vs PAK) | 1999, 2005
Rahul Dravid celebrates a century for India. Image | ESPNcricinfo
First instance: 190 & 103* vs New Zealand in 1999
Second instance: 110 & 135* vs Pakistan in 2005
Rahul Dravid, a master of grinding down opposition attacks, is the only batter, after Gavaskar, to score two hundreds in a test match multiple times. He stepped out of the ordinary records by scoring it 2 times in a span of six years.
Dravid's first twin hundreds came in 1999 against New Zealand (190 & 103), where he was just 10 runs short of turning one into a double century. In 2005, he scored two hundreds in a test match against Pakistan, which also highly contributed to India's victory in the match.
Virat Kohli celebrating his century against Australia in 2014. Image | Instagram
1st innings: 115 runs (184 balls)
2nd innings: 141 runs (175 balls)
Over a decade later, Virat Kohli emerged as the 4th Indian player to record two hundreds in a test match in the first match against Australia series in 2014. He showcased his aggressive yet controlled batting by scoring 115 and 114 runs in the match.
Being the most successful captain in the history of Indian test cricket, and having several prestigious records to his name, this incredible feat adds another layer of excellence to his career.
5. Ajinkya Rahane (127 vs 100* SA), 2015
Ajinkya Rahane celebrates his century against South Africa in 2015. Image | ESPNcricinfo
1st innings: 127 runs (215 balls)
2nd innings: 100* runs (206 balls)
Ajinkya Rahane registered himself among the legendary test players with his twin hundreds against South Africa in the 2015 series. He scored 127 and 100*, showcasing a pure sight of calm and composed batting.
His contributions secured a crucial dominating victory for India, as well as earned him the player of the match award.
Rohit Sharma celebrates his century against South Africa in 2019. Image | Cricketdunia
1st innings: 176 runs (244 balls)
2nd innings: 127 runs (149 balls)
Transitioning successfully to a test opener, Rohit Sharma brought in his phenomenal style of batting against South Africa to record two hundreds in a single match in 2019. He smashes 176 and 127, crumbling down the opposition bowling attack.
This performance cemented his status as an opener, having commendable scoring skills, even in the longest format.
7. Rishabh Pant (134 & 118 vs ENG), 2025
Rishabh Pant celebrates his century against England. Image | Mint
1st innings: 134 runs (178 balls)
2nd innings: 118 runs (140 balls)
Rishabh Pant, with his fearless batting and skillset, made history with his twin centuries in the Leeds test against England during the 2025 series. He scored 134 and 118, and celebrated with his iconic backflip in style!
This achivement has not only highlighted his evolving stability as a test batsman, but also made him the second wicketkeeper, after Andy flower, to score centuries in both the innings of a match in test cricket history.
Shubham Gill celebrates his double century against England in 2025. Image | BBC
1st innings: 269 runs (387 balls)
2nd innings: 161 runs (162 balls)
The latest entrant of this exclusive list, is the young sensation and Indian test captain, Shubman Gill. In a truly historic performance against England in the 2nd test in 2025, he scored an unbelievable double century (269 runs) and followed it up with a century (162 runs) in the next innings.
This monumental effort not only secured his place in this record book, but also made him the first Indian captain and only the second Indian overall (after Sunil Gavaskar) to score a double century and a century in the sametest match.
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