His fifty eventually went in vain after Delhi Daredevils were shot out for 142 in pursuit of Royal Challengers Bangalore’s 157/8 but what stood out was Pant’s courage. His selection itself was surprising, given Pant had joined Delhi Daredevils only the previous day. But mentor Rahul Dravid, who has been watching Pant since his days as India U-19 coach, perhaps knew a few things about him more than anybody else. Having lost three wickets on a tricky pitch, Delhi Daredevils sent out their youngest batsman in hope of a miracle. And when Tymal Mills tried to act too clever by unleashing a slower ball, Pant just went across the stumps to pull it over long-leg.

Source: Hindustan Times April 08, 2017 19:52 UTC