I believe that Rishabh has encouraged many wicket-keeper hitters to play aggressively all over the world: Adam Gilchrist

Due to a terrible vehicle accident in December, dynamic wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant is currently unavailable for Indian cricket as they prepare for the eagerly awaited ODI World Cup. Due to Pant’s absence, there have been concerns regarding who will wear the gloves for the Indian team throughout the major competition. Ishan Kishan is anticipated to contribute mostly as a middle-order hitter, while the explosive KL Rahul appears ready to take up the wicketkeeping duties.

Former Australian wicketkeeper icon Adam Gilchrist reflected on the spectacular rise of Pant in cricket and recognized the significant influence the young Indian cricketer has had while playing for his country. He praised Pant’s aggressive and courageous playing style, which has not only elevated him to a powerful force but also served as an example for wicketkeeper-batters throughout the world.

“I believe that Rishabh has motivated many wicket-keeper hitters to play that [aggressive] approach across the globe.

Gilchrist was reported by ESPNcricinfo as stating, “It is intriguing for such a young man to have the influence that Rishabh has had, and others are responding and playing in that positive style.

Prior to the World Cup, Gilchrist said of team India’s supply: “They are well stocked.”

The Indian team is well-equipped with substitute options behind the stumps in the 28-year-old’s absence. Ishan Kishan, who made the most of his opportunity while KL Rahul was injured, is poised to contribute with his explosive batting abilities. KL Rahul, who has demonstrated his mettle as a wicketkeeper-batter, is set to take the lead. In response to this situation, the former Australia opener continued,

“They (India) have plenty of supplies. They had a few (wicketkeeping) choices; naturally, when KL was injured, Ishan Kishan seized the moment and performed brilliantly; now that they are on the same squad, it’s a great example of seizing the moment.