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Rishabh Pant surpasses Virender Sehwag to set new record for India in Test sixes.

Sports | Dated: 15 Nov 2025

Rishabh Pant has etched his name in Test cricket history by surpassing Virender Sehwag to become India’s all-time leading six-hitter in the format. Pant achieved this milestone on Day 2 of the first Test against South Africa at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. He surpassed Sehwag’s record of 90 sixes with a trademark audacious shot over mid-off, taking his tally to 91.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • Rishabh Pant became India's all-time leading six-hitter in Test cricket.
  • He surpassed Virender Sehwag's previous record of 90 sixes.
  • The milestone was achieved during the first Test against South Africa at Eden Gardens, Kolkata.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • MS Dhoni is third on the Indian list with 78 sixes.
  • Pant's record underscores his fearless, counter-attacking approach to Test batting.
  • Jasprit Bumrah claimed 5 wickets (5/27) as South Africa was bundled out for 159 on Day 1.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Which player did Rishabh Pant surpass to become India's leading six-hitter in Test cricket?

Correct Answer: Virender Sehwag

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About Test Cricket Records

  • Global Record: Ben Stokes (England) holds the world record for most sixes in Test cricket.
  • Previous Indian Record: Virender Sehwag (90 sixes), New Indian Record: Rishabh Pant (91+ sixes).