Rishabh Pant Smashes 29-Ball Fifty in Sydney Test, Sets New Indian Record
Rishabh Pant scores a blazing 29-ball fifty in the Sydney Test, marking the second-fastest half-century in Indian Test history. His explosive knock lifts India after early struggles.

Rishabh Pant: Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant delivered a stunning performance in the second innings of the Sydney Test during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25, smashing a blazing half-century with a strike rate of over 150. His aggressive knock played a crucial role in lifting Team India’s score after a shaky start.
Pant’s Explosive Batting Turns the Game
Coming in when India was struggling at 59 for 3, Pant counter-attacked with aggressive batting, racing to a half-century in just 29 balls. He scored 61 runs off 33 deliveries at a strike rate of 184.84, hitting 6 fours and 4 sixes. Pant reached his fifty with a six, showcasing his fearless approach.
Second-Fastest Test Half-Century for India
This knock marked the second-fastest half-century in Indian Test cricket history. Interestingly, Pant also holds the record for the fastest Test fifty for India, which he scored off 28 balls against Sri Lanka in 2022.
Joining Legends with a Rare Feat
Pant is now one of only three players in the world to score two Test half-centuries with a strike rate above 150, joining the legendary Viv Richards and England’s Ben Stokes in this elite group.
Mixed Performances in the Series
While Pant struggled for consistency earlier in the series, managing small contributions in several matches, his Sydney innings was a reminder of his match-winning potential. Across the five-match series, Pant played 9 innings and scored 255 runs, including this explosive half-century.