India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant celebrates his birthday on October 4, marking another milestone in a career that has already produced several memorable moments in international and franchise cricket.

Born on October 4, 1997, Pant has established himself as one of the most exciting wicketkeeper-batters of his generation. Known for his aggressive strokeplay, attacking mindset and ability to change the momentum of a match, he has become an important figure in Indian cricket.

Rishabh Pant’s International Cricket Career

Pant made his international debut for India in T20Is in 2017 before making his Test and ODI debuts in 2018. His performances in Test cricket, particularly in overseas conditions, quickly highlighted his ability to perform on challenging stages.

He has scored more than 3,700 runs in Test cricket, including eight centuries and 21 half-centuries. His highest Test score is 159, while several of his innings have come in high-pressure matches against some of the world's strongest teams.

Pant's fearless approach has also made him a valuable limited-overs player for India.

Rishabh Pant’s Major Achievements

Throughout his career, Pant has achieved several significant milestones:

• 2024 T20 World Cup winner with India

• 2025 Champions Trophy winner

• Youngest wicketkeeper to score an IPL century

• ICC Men's Emerging Cricketer of the Year in 2018

• ICC Men's Player of the Month in January 2021

• Eight Test centuries

• One of India's leading wicketkeeper-batters across formats

His memorable Test performances against Australia and England remain among the highlights of his international career.

Rishabh Pant in the IPL

Pant has been a prominent figure in the Indian Premier League since making his debut in 2016. He initially made his name with Delhi Capitals before moving to Lucknow Super Giants, who acquired him for ₹27 crore at the 2025 IPL auction.

Pant has also produced impressive numbers in the IPL, combining aggressive batting with his wicketkeeping responsibilities. His ability to score quickly and attack bowlers has made him one of the league's most recognisable players.

A Career Defined by Comebacks

Pant's career has also included significant injury setbacks, but he has repeatedly returned to competitive cricket and regained his place on the international stage.

His determination, attacking style and ability to perform under pressure have made him a player capable of changing the course of a match. As he celebrates his birthday, Pant remains one of the key names in Indian cricket and continues to attract attention across all formats.