Rishabh Pant Becomes India’s Highest Run-Scorer Among Wicketkeepers in Away Tests

Rishabh Pant has surpassed MS Dhoni to become India’s leading run-scorer among wicketkeepers in away Test matches.

Pant reached the landmark during the second Test against Sri Lanka. The achievement highlights his consistent contribution with the bat on overseas tours, where conditions often demand technical adjustments and mental resilience.

Dhoni had long held the record for the most runs by an Indian wicketkeeper outside India. Pant’s aggressive yet adaptable style has produced several match-defining innings in England, Australia and elsewhere, frequently shifting the momentum of series.

The milestone arrives as India continues its campaign in Sri Lanka. Pant’s form adds depth to a batting line-up that has shown both flair and solidity in recent away assignments.

Beyond the statistics, the record underscores the evolution of the Indian wicketkeeper-batter role from pure specialist to a central pillar of the middle order capable of accelerating or consolidating as the situation demands.