Indian cricket witnessed a historic moment as Rishabh Pant equaled MS Dhoni’s record for the most Test centuries by an Indian wicketkeeper. This achievement not only highlights Pant’s growing stature in Test cricket but also signals a generational shift in how wicketkeepers contribute with the bat.
Pant Joins Dhoni at the Top
With his latest century, Pant now shares the record with MS Dhoni for scoring six Test centuries as a wicketkeeper. This places both players at the top of the leaderboard when it comes to Indian wicket keepers in red-ball cricket.
Here’s a quick breakdown:
| Rank | Wicketkeeper | Test Centuries | Matches Played |
| 1 | MS Dhoni | 6 | 90 |
| 1 | Rishabh Pant | 6 | 38 |
| 3 | Wriddhiman Saha | 3 | 40 |
| 4 | Farokh Engineer | 2 | 46 |
| 5 | Nayan Mongia | 2 | 44 |
Breaking Down the Record
Pant’s ability to reach this milestone in just 38 Tests, compared to Dhoni’s 90, makes the achievement even more remarkable. While Dhoni brought stability and leadership, Pant brings fearless stroke play and counter-attacking brilliance, especially in tough overseas conditions.
According to analysts at crichourly, Pant’s impact in high-pressure situations makes him one of India’s most valuable Test assets today.
The Evolution of the Wicketkeeper-Batter
The Indian team has evolved significantly in the past decade, and the role of the wicketkeeper has transformed with it. Earlier considered a specialist behind the stumps, the modern keeper is expected to contribute heavily with the bat. Pant exemplifies this change better than anyone, making his way into the elite list for the most Test centuries by an Indian wicketkeeper.
His centuries in Australia, England, and South Africa have helped India in crucial Test victories, underlining his big-match temperament.
What’s Next for Pant?
At just 27 years of age (as of 2025), Pant has many years of Test cricket ahead of him. If he maintains his form and fitness, there’s every chance he will go on to hold the record outright for the most Test centuries by an Indian wicketkeeper.
Final Word from crichourly
Rishabh Pant’s rise is a testament to India’s changing approach in Test cricket—aggressive, bold, and fearless. With him now standing shoulder to shoulder with MS Dhoni in the record books, a new era for Indian wicketkeepers has well and truly arrived.
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