By Admin 
Test Record: In the history of Indian Test cricket, wicketkeepers have many times provided relief in difficult times with their excellent wicketkeeping. Some such memorable moments are recorded in the names of Rishabh Pant, Wriddhiman Saha and MS Dhoni, who have made the most dismissals (catches or stumpings) in a match. Let us know about the wicketkeepers who have made the most dismissals in a match in India’s Test history.
Rishabh Pant – 11 dismissals (Adelaide 2018)
Rishabh Pant had created history by taking 11 wickets behind the wicket against Australia in the Adelaide Test in 2018. He took all the wickets in this match as catches, which did not involve any stumping. Thanks to his excellent wicket-keeping, India made a historic start on Australian soil by winning that match by 31 runs.
Wriddhiman Saha – 10 dismissals (Cape Town 2018)
Before Rishabh Pant, this record was in the name of Wriddhiman Saha. In the year 2018 itself, Saha had taken 10 catches in the Cape Town Test against South Africa. Saha’s performance was excellent on a pitch that supported fast bowlers. With his excellent agility and precise technique, he got many important wickets for Team India.
MS Dhoni – 9 Dismissals (Melbourne 2014)
MS Dhoni, one of the most successful captains of Team India, is also included in this list. In the Melbourne Test in 2014, Dhoni took 9 wickets while staying behind the wicket against Australia. Which included 8 catches and 1 stumping. At that time, he was the captain of the Indian team and with his calm strategy and experience, he brought India out of a struggling situation in Australia.
Rishabh Pant – 9 dismissals (Brisbane 2024)
Even in the 2024 Brisbane Test, Rishabh Pant maintained his excellent form against Australia. He took 9 catches in this match and proved with his fitness and speed that he is one of the most reliable names of India not only in batting but also in wicket-keeping.
Nayan Mongia – 8 Dismissals (Durban Test, 1996)
In the nineties, Nayan Mongia had performed brilliantly behind the wicket. In the year 1996, in the Durban Test against South Africa, Nayan Mongia made a record of that time by taking 8 catches. That period was challenging for Indian wicketkeepers, and Mongia impressed everyone with his technique.