Rishabh Pant Sets New Record in Test Cricket, Surpassing MS Dhoni

Rishabh Pant has made headlines by surpassing MS Dhoni's record for the most centuries by an Indian wicketkeeper in Test cricket. With seven centuries to his name, Pant's latest achievement highlights his remarkable talent and consistency. He is now one of the few players to score multiple centuries against a single team in one country. This article delves into Pant's impressive career milestones and his journey in the World Test Championship, showcasing his contributions to Indian cricket.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 21, 2025, 17:29 IST

Rishabh Pant Achieves Historic Milestone

On June 21, Rishabh Pant etched his name in cricket history by surpassing Mahendra Singh Dhoni's record for the most centuries by an Indian wicketkeeper in Test matches. Dhoni, who played 90 Tests for India from 2005 to 2014, managed to score six centuries. In contrast, Pant has now achieved seven centuries in his Test career.

Pant is now among the few players in cricket history to score three or more centuries against a single team in one country during Test matches, with all his centuries against England in England. The 27-year-old wicketkeeper-batter reached his century on the 146th ball of his innings, hitting 10 fours and 4 sixes, marking his fourth century against England.

Pant's Test Career Highlights

Pant's latest score of 123 marks his fifth century in 35 World Test Championship matches. Only Rohit Sharma (9) and Shubman Gill (6) have more centuries for India in the WTC.

114 vs England at The Oval (2018)

159* vs Australia in Sydney (2019)

101 vs England in Ahmedabad (2021)

100* vs South Africa in Cape Town (2022)

146 vs England in Birmingham (2022)

109 vs Bangladesh in Chennai (2024)

105* vs England in Leeds (2025)