During the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Rishabh Pant’s clever reply to Nathan Lyon’s IPL auction jibe has gone viral, adding humour to a tense Test match.
Rishabh Pant’s IPL Auction Banter with Nathan Lyon
The ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test between India and Australia has seen its fair share of banter.Â
On Day 1, when Rishabh Pant walked out to bat, Nathan Lyon approached him with a playful question about the upcoming IPL auction.Â
The banter quickly caught attention when Lyon asked, “Where we going in the auction?” Pant, who is set to enter the IPL auction with a base price of INR 2 crore, casually replied, “No idea.”
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Pant’s response, amid the serious business of the Test match, immediately went viral, showcasing his witty side.Â
This friendly exchange between the two players is a reminder of the fun that can happen during intense cricket series like the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
The IPL Auction and Pant’s Future
Rishabh Pant has been released by Delhi Capitals and is set to participate in the IPL auction in Jeddah on November 24-25.Â
He will be part of the marquee set, where he hopes to attract significant bids.Â
The question from Lyon highlights the buzz surrounding the IPL, with all eyes on which team will secure Pant’s services for the next season.
Pant’s ability to mix humour with the pressure of international cricket reflects his resilience and character.Â
Despite his unavailability for the IPL’s 2023 season due to injury, Pant’s return to the auction adds a layer of excitement for fans and franchises alike.
India’s Performance on Day 1
In the ongoing Test, India, led by stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah, faced a top-order collapse after opting to bat first.Â
The batting lineup struggled, with players like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Devdutt Padikkal failing to make an impact.Â
Pant, however, was looking solid at the crease until he was dismissed for 37 by Pat Cummins.
India’s batting struggles were further compounded by controversial umpire calls, leaving the team in a precarious position.Â
Despite debutants like Nitish Kumar Reddy and Nitish Rana showing promise, the day belonged to Australia’s bowlers, especially Cummins.
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