Rishabh Pant's fiery innings came to an abrupt halt after a controversial LBW decision during Day 2 of the third and final Test between India and New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. The Indian wicketkeeper-batter, known for his aggressive approach, was trapped LBW by New Zealand spinner Ish Sodhi during the morning session.

Pant, who was looking set, misjudged a delivery from Sodhi that spun sharply after pitching outside off-stump and caught him deep in the crease. The ball struck his front pad, and umpire Michael Gough quickly raised his finger to signal the end of Pant's entertaining knock. Convinced that he was not out, Pant immediately reviewed the decision after a brief chat with his batting partner, Shubman Gill.

The review process only added to the drama. Fans waited anxiously as ball-tracking technology confirmed the umpire’s call, showing the ball clipping the leg stump. Although India retained the review, it wasn’t enough to save Pant, who had to walk back to the pavilion.

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Frustrated by the dismissal, Pant reacted by throwing his bat and expressing his anger at the umpire. The incident sparked debates among fans and commentators about the contentious decision.

At the time of Pant’s dismissal, India was at 193-5 after 42 overs, trailing New Zealand by 40 runs, with lunch approaching on Day 2.