Former India cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu hailed Rishabh Pant's incredible comeback, calling him "a phoenix risen from the ashes". Praising Pant's fearlessness and resilience, Sidhu said the wicketkeeper-batter has taught everyone how to overcome adversity, adding that he is one of the finest cricketers. Pant will now lead India A against South Africa A in a four-day match in Bengaluru.