Rishabh Pant is set to make his much-anticipated return to Test cricket after a hiatus of 632 days due to a near-fatal car accident in December 2022. He will face Bangladesh at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, where his last Test match also took place. Despite the emergence of Dhruv Jurel as a strong contender for the wicketkeeper position, head coach Gautam Gambhir emphasized Pant's unique ability to impact games positively. Pant has demonstrated his readiness through impressive performances in the Duleep Trophy, scoring a quick 61 and excelling in wicketkeeping. His return is not only crucial for the team but also presents an opportunity for Pant to surpass MS Dhoni's record of Test centuries by a wicketkeeper. With support from coaches and teammates, Pant's comeback is seen as a remarkable feat after extensive rehabilitation and a successful stint in the IPL and T20 World Cup.