Rishabh Pant broke the record, star batsman scored a brilliant half-century in the third test against New Zealand

India vs New Zealand: In the third Test being played at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant has made another record in his name with his aggressive batting. Pant made the record of the fastest half-century for India by scoring a half-century in just 36 balls against New Zealand. This record not only thrilled the fans but Pant also broke the record made by Yashasvi Jaiswal in 41 balls.

Pant's record-breaking performance in the ongoing match between India and New Zealand came at a time when the Indian team was in trouble at the end of the first day. Pant took charge of the team with his powerful shots and scoring runs at a fast pace and played an important role in giving India the lead by making important partnerships.

Made a new record by scoring the fastest half-century

Pant, batting at number six in the first innings of the Mumbai Test, scored a half-century in just 36 balls. Earlier this record was in the name of Jaiswal, who scored a half-century in 41 balls in the Pune Test last week. Pant faced a total of 60 runs in this innings facing 59 balls, which included 8 fours and 2 sixes.

Important partnership with Shubman Gill

Late on the first day, Pant came to bat after the fall of important wickets like Indian team's main batsman Virat Kohli (4) and Jaiswal (30). He along with Shubman Gill scored runs at a fast pace and strengthened India's position. Gill also scored a half-century, due to which India's score soon crossed 150. The partnership of Pant and Gill brought momentum to the Indian innings and put pressure on the Kiwi team.

Innings of 60 runs in 59 balls

Pant also got a lease of life in this innings when Matt Henry dropped his catch at long-off off the ball of Glenn Phillips. However, Pant's luck did not last long and he was out LBW on a low ball from Ish Sodhi. This inning of 60 runs in 59 balls gave stability to the Indian innings and gave strength to the team.

India benefited from Pant's aggression

With this aggressive innings of Rishabh Pant, the Indian team got a good start against New Zealand, which can prove to be decisive in the match. This performance of Pant is not only a sign of improvement in his batting, but also proved helpful in taking Team India forward in the match.