Rishabh Pant to “embrace the lows” to prepare for “highs”, shares cryptic post after IND’s crushing loss

Rishabh Pant, the maverick batter, was a lone warrior in the face of New Zealand’s relentless bowling attack. While the rest of the Indian batting lineup crumbled under the pressure, Pant stood tall. He was the only beacon of hope in a situation where the wrecking ball of New Zealand was hovering India all over. While Pant hit the fastest fifty (35 balls) for an Indian against New Zealand in Tests, his second innings carried the weight of the entire nation.

Rishabh Pant with a cryptic Instagram post

On a track where the other batters, like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, were finding it extremely tough to muster runs, Pant was at his best, negotiating the spinners with his own methods. However, a controversial dismissal on the third day robbed him of the opportunity to guide India to victory. Despite this setback, Pant’s spirit remains undeterred. In a cryptic social media post, he shared a profound message about embracing the lows to prepare for the highs.

“Life is a series of seasons. When you’re down, remember that growth happens in cycles. Embrace the lows, knowing they are preparing you for the highs,” Pant wrote on his Instagram. This message just shows his mental fortitude and his ability to bounce back from adversity.

This is not the first time Pant has shown such resilience. He has faced numerous challenges in his career, including a serious car accident back in December 2022 that almost ended his career. But he has always bounced back stronger, proving that now he is one of the most mentally tough cricketers in the world.

As India prepares to take on Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Pant will be one of their key players. He has shown across two BGT series how lethal he could be. Also, with 624 runs at an incredible average of 62.40, Pant enjoys a stellar record in Australia in Tests.