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Kiran More urges selectors to give Rishabh Pant a white‑ball opportunity
✍️ Mid-Day
🗓 19 Aug 2026, 09:42 AM
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Former India wicket‑keeper Kiran More said Rishabh Pant deserves a chance in limited‑overs cricket, urging selectors to consider him for white‑ball formats.
Former Indian wicket‑keeper Kiran More, speaking to Mid‑Day, reiterated his belief that Rishabh Pant should be given a genuine opportunity in white‑ball cricket. More highlighted Pant's technical strengths and temperament, arguing that the young batsman has the skill set to succeed in limited‑overs formats.
Pant, who has been a regular fixture in India's Test side, has shown flashes of aggressive stroke‑play that could translate well to ODIs and T20s. More pointed out that Pant's recent domestic performances, including a brisk hundred in the Ranji Trophy, indicate readiness for the faster pace of white‑ball games.
The comment comes as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) finalises its squads for upcoming limited‑overs series. While selectors have not officially responded, cricket analysts suggest More's endorsement could influence discussions about expanding Pant's role beyond the longest format.
Pant, who has been a regular fixture in India's Test side, has shown flashes of aggressive stroke‑play that could translate well to ODIs and T20s. More pointed out that Pant's recent domestic performances, including a brisk hundred in the Ranji Trophy, indicate readiness for the faster pace of white‑ball games.
The comment comes as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) finalises its squads for upcoming limited‑overs series. While selectors have not officially responded, cricket analysts suggest More's endorsement could influence discussions about expanding Pant's role beyond the longest format.