Rishabh Pant's Composed Reply Deflates Harry Brook's Sledge in Edgbaston Test: Watch Key Moments

During the second innings of the Edgbaston Test, Rishabh Pant responded with composure to Harry Brook's attempt at psychological warfare. England found themselves under pressure from the Indian batting lineup, leading Brook to try and unsettle Pant during his aggressive half-century.

Rishabh Pant celebrates reaching his half-century, unfazed by Brook's sledging.

As Pant was building momentum, Brook questioned him about his fastest Test century. "What's your fastest hundred?" Brook asked, seemingly trying to goad Pant into reckless shots.

Pant coolly replied, "In Test cricket, maybe 80–90 minutes," referring to the measured pace of his previous centuries.

Brook pressed further, mentioning his own rapid century in the IPL. "The fastest hundred I've hit was in 55 balls—you could do that today," he taunted.

However, Pant remained unperturbed. "It's okay. I'm not too greedy for records. If it happens, it happens," he responded with a smile, effectively dismissing Brook's sledging with quiet confidence.

Pant's crucial innings of 65, delivered in just 58 balls, included eight fours and three sixes, proving vital after his initial score of 25 in the first innings.

Pant's Impressive Record in SENA Countries

In 28 Tests played in South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia (SENA), Pant has amassed 2,023 runs at an average of 41.28. This includes six centuries and six fifties in 52 innings, with a highest score of 159*.

Performance in the Series

Pant has been a standout performer in the series, scoring 342 runs in four innings at an average of 85.00 and a strike rate of 81.81, including two centuries and one fifty. His highest score in the series is 134.

Key Partnerships

Pant contributed a rapid 65 off 58 balls, featuring eight fours and three sixes, and formed a partnership of 110 runs for the fourth wicket with Gill.

Gill also had a fantastic match, following up his first-innings score of 269 with another substantial knock of 161 off 162 balls, including 13 fours and eight sixes.

Jadeja remained unbeaten on 69 (118 balls, five fours, and one six) and added 175 runs in a swift partnership for the fifth wicket with the Indian captain.

India, resuming at 64 for one on the fourth day, had previously lost KL Rahul (55) and Karun Nair (26) in the first session.