On October 4, Rishabh Pant celebrated his 27th birthday, and his sister, Sakshi Pant, took to social media to share some previously unseen pictures from her engagement ceremony, accompanied by a touching message. The post, filled with love and admiration, showcased the strong bond between the siblings.
“Shoulder I can always lean on” – Rishabh Pant’s sister celebrates his special day
Sakshi’s heartfelt caption read: “Happy birthday to my bhaiyu♥️ who has always protected me even though I’m older than you! “Thank you for always being there for me. I love you so much! ♥️♥️ You give me the strength to chase my dreams. Happy birthday, bhaiyuu! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️🎂🎂🎂 #rp17.” This heartfelt message shows the love and support between them.
Recently, Rishabh Pant was part of India’s playing XI in the two-match Test series against Bangladesh. After a victorious outing in the first Test held in Chennai, the Indian team hosted Bangladesh for the second match in Kanpur. Although the series was impacted by inclement weather, India managed to secure a memorable win on the fifth day of the Test.
Following the conclusion of the second Test, Rishabh Pant returned to his hometown of Roorkee and will enjoy some downtime before India’s next Test series against New Zealand. It’s worth noting that he is not part of the squad for the upcoming T20I series against Bangladesh.
Sakshi’s beautiful gesture and heartfelt message resonated with fans, showcasing not just the personal side of the wicketkeeper-batter but also the close-knit family ties that support him through every challenge. As Rishabh Pant celebrates another year, his sister’s loving words serve as a reminder of the importance of family in the life of an athlete.