Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head the star players of Australia have praised Indian cricketer Rishabh Pant, calling him a “ripping bloke”and expressing a wish that he were Australian. In a promotional video for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Marsh highlighted Pant’s competitive spirit and resilience following his recent comeback from a serious car accident. He described Pant as someone who embodies positivity and competitiveness, despite his relaxed demeanor.
Marsh’s teammate Travis Head also had a similar view about Pant. Head echoed these sentiments, stating that Pant’s aggressive playing style makes him the “most Australian” Indian player, emphasizing how enjoyable it would be to play alongside him.
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Pant reacted to the video of the interview on Instagram with a series of emojis.Pant’s reaction to these comments has gone viral on social media, reflecting the camaraderie and mutual respect between players from the rival nations.The first Test of the series is set to begin in Perth on November 22, 2024.