WATCH: Rishabh Pant pranks Adam Gilchrist in order to loosen the mood after India’s 10-wicket loss in Adelaide

Pant pranks Adam Gilchrist to lighten up the mood after Adelaide Test

By Krishnakant Kukreti Last Updated on - December 8, 2024 6:03 PM IST

India’s star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant mad an attempt to lighten up the mood after the team lost by 10 wickets in the pink ball Test in Adelaide. During the innings break on Day 3, Pant pranked former Australian captain Adam Gilchrist. As Adam was in a middle of an interview, Pant snuck up behind him and covered his eyes.

This caught Adam off guard, but he quickly recovered and smiled. Both the cricketers had a chat and gave each other a wholesome hug, showing the sportsmanship between them.

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As India suffered a massive defeat, the fun interaction between Rishabh Pant and Adam Gilchrist bought a smile to the fans. India’s overall batting performance was below par in the Adelaide Test, as they got bowled out for 180 and 175 in their two innings.

Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins were the main players for Australia who had the biggest impact in the collapse of Indian batting lineup. Both the players delivered bowling spells, that found out the vulnerable areas of Indian team and made full use of it.