Rishabh Pant's 'Sab Talwar Chalayenge' Stump Mic Remark Goes Viral During IND vs SL 1st Test 2026 (Watch Video)
Rishabh Pant's hilarious 'Aur sab talvaar chalayenge' comment from the stump mic has gone viral during Day 3 of the India vs Sri Lanka 1st Test at Galle International Stadium on August 17, 2026. The 28-year-old wicketkeeper-batter's witty remark, referencing Ravindra Jadeja's iconic sword celebration, came as India dominated proceedings.
Indian cricket's beloved entertainer, Rishabh Pant, once again brought his unique brand of humour to the forefront, as his spontaneous stump mic comment, "Aur sab talvaar chalayenge" (And everyone will swing the sword), went instantly viral during Day 3 of the ongoing first Test between India and Sri Lanka at the Galle International Stadium. The light-hearted banter occurred amidst India's commanding position, leaving fans amused and adding another memorable moment to Pant's collection of stump mic highlights. Rishabh Pant's 'Eating Sugar Ho Jayega' Stump Mic Remark Goes Viral During IND vs SL 1st Test 2026 (Watch Video)
Video - Rishabh Pant " Sab Talvaar Chalayenge" Stump Mic Remark
𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭. 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭. 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭.
… Aur Rishabh Pant 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 hai! 🍿
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The incident unfolded on Monday, August 17, 2026, during Sri Lanka's first innings. With India firmly in control, having posted a formidable total of 462, the hosts found themselves struggling, having lost early wickets. As veteran all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja was brought into the attack by Indian captain Shubman Gill, substitute fielder Sarfaraz Khan was heard encouraging Jadeja, saying, "Abhi kamba game hai Jaddu bhai, milbaat ke khaayenge (It's still a long game, we'll all share and eat)," referring to the distribution of wickets.
Quick as a flash, the 28-year-old Pant, known for his vocal presence behind the stumps, chimed in with his now-viral line, humorously referencing Jadeja's distinctive sword-swirling celebration, which the all-rounder performs after reaching a half-century or century with the bat.
Match Situation and Context
The 1st Test of the ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle commenced on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at the iconic Galle International Stadium. India, led by Shubman Gill, asserted their dominance from the outset, piling up 462 runs in their first innings. By the time Pant's remark was made on Day 3, Sri Lanka, captained by Dhananjaya de Silva, was reeling at 66/4, eventually losing half their side for just 90 runs, significantly trailing India's mammoth total. Sonal Dinusha Scores Maiden International Century, Achieves Feat During IND vs SL 1st Test 2026
Pant, born on October 4, 1997, continues to be a pivotal figure for Team India, not just with his explosive batting and sharp wicketkeeping, but also with his constant chatter and infectious energy, which often provides comic relief and motivates his teammates on the field. His recent performance saw him score 39 runs off 62 balls in India's first innings, and he is on the verge of becoming the first Indian to hit 100 sixes in Test cricket.
The viral moment underscores the entertaining aspect Rishabh Pant brings to Test cricket, proving that while the game is intensely competitive, there's always room for a dash of humour, especially when delivered with his characteristic flair. As the Test progresses, fans will undoubtedly be listening closely for more such gems from behind the stumps.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Aug 17, 2026 06:20 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
