Cricket Bloopers: Watch India’s Spiderman Rishabh Pant in His Funniest On-Field Moments

These players not only have great wicket-keeping and batting skills but also bring strong leadership and a good sense of humour to the field. Rishabh Pant, in particular, has become a fan favourite with his funny and light moments during matches. Whether it’s his cheeky comments or playful moves on the field, Pant knows how to keep the mood lively. As he continues to shine in all formats, let’s look back at some of Rishabh Pant’s funniest and most entertaining moments on the field.

Taking a Dig at Tim “Temporary Captain” Paine

The first major incident where Rishabh Pant got his name in the spotlight happened during the India vs. Australia third Test match in Melbourne on December 28, 2018. This was when Pant, India’s young wicketkeeper, showed his bold and witty side by taking on Australian captain Tim Paine with some clever sledging. Australia was in trouble, having lost 5 wickets while chasing a huge target of 399, and Pant decided to have some fun from behind the stumps. As Paine came to bat, Pant’s voice was picked up by the stump mic, teasing, “Have you ever heard of a temporary captain, Mayank? All Paine does is talk, talk.”

It was Rishabh Pant's turn for some fun on the stump mic today… #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/RS8I6kI55f

— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 29, 2018

He didn’t stop there, adding, “We’ve got a special guest today. You don’t need much to get him out.” These cheeky comments were Pant’s way of hitting back after Paine had earlier teased him about joining an Australian team or even babysitting so Paine could go out with his wife. The back-and-forth banter was lighthearted but showed Pant’s confidence at just 21 years old. This moment wasn’t just about funny words as it proved Pant could handle pressure and stand up to experienced players.

Spiderman! Spiderman!

When everyone thought that Rishabh Pant just couldn’t get more unserious, he proved them wrong with a hilarious moment during the fourth Test match against Australia in Brisbane on January 18, 2021. On Day 4, with Australia at 197/5 after losing Steve Smith, Pant, India’s lively wicketkeeper, decided to lighten the tense atmosphere. As Australian captain Tim Paine walked in to bat, Pant began singing the Hindi version of the “Spiderman” theme song from behind the stumps. The moment was caught on video and quickly went viral, leaving fans in stitches.

Rishabh Pant using those techniques on Green that he should have tried on Warner, singing "Spiderman, Spiderman, tu ne…."😂#AUSvIND #INDvsAUS pic.twitter.com/eu7e9nml8P

— yeagerist🕊️ (@yeagerist_68) January 18, 2021

The stump mic picked up Pant’s playful tune, and social media exploded with laughter. One fan tweeted, “I respect a man with great taste in music,” while others shared laughing emojis. Pant’s antics came at a crucial point in the match, with India needing to bowl Australia out and chase 328 runs to win at the Gabba, known as Australia’s stronghold. Despite the pressure, Pant’s carefree singing showed his ability to stay relaxed and entertain, no matter the stakes.

Chai, Samosa Moment with Suryakumar Yadav

When we talk about Rishabh Pant’s funniest moments, we can’t skip the hilarious incident with Suryakumar Yadav during an India vs. England Test match. Shared by Yadav on Gaurav Kapur’s Breakfast with Champions YouTube show on April 19, 2022, this story shows Pant’s playful side at its best. At just 24, Pant was already a star for his cheeky antics behind the stumps, and this moment proves why fans love him. Yadav was fielding at silly point, subbing for Cheteshwar Pujara, in a tense match moment. Out of nowhere, Pant, keeping wickets, shouted, “Bhaiya, chai samosa, kuch du? Over ho gaya, uth jao!” (Brother, want tea or samosa? Over’s done, get up!).

This random comment had Yadav chuckling, as Pant turned a serious situation into a lighthearted one. But there’s more — Pant also loved messing with fielders. Yadav said Pant would wave his hands to move him just a tiny bit, like 20 cm, only to say, “Nothing, bhaiya, I was bored. Stay there!” These silly gestures showed how Pant kept the team’s mood up, even when the game was intense. This “chai samosa” moment is a perfect example of Pant’s ability to mix fun with top-level cricket.

Fun with Washington Sundar

The moment when Rishabh Pant’s sense of humour was fully on display was against England during the first Test match in Chennai on February 5, 2021. India’s wicketkeeper-batsman, known for his lively chatter behind the stumps, stole the show with a funny comment that had everyone laughing. On a tough day for India’s bowlers, who struggled to take wickets, Pant kept the team’s spirits high with his playful antics.

"My name is Washington, and I want to go to DC." – Rishabh Pant in Washington Sundar's over.

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) February 5, 2021

While cheering for teammate Washington Sundar, Pant came up with a catchy line: “Mera naam hai Washington, mereko jana hai DC!” (My name is Washington, I want to go to DC!). This witty remark, linking Sundar’s name to the Delhi Capitals IPL team, was caught by the stump mic and quickly went viral on social media. Fans loved the “poet Rishabh” moment, sharing the video with chuckles and praise. Despite India’s bowlers managing only three wickets in 89.3 overs, Pant’s humour shone through the frustration.

Mocking Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel

With his teammates, Rishabh Pant is always full of energy, creating some of cricket’s funniest moments. One such moment came after the Delhi Capitals (DC) versus Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) match in IPL 2025 on March 25, 2025, in New Delhi. Pant, now captaining LSG after nine years with DC, was up against his old team, led by Axar Patel. The game was a nail-biter, with DC chasing a big score. Ashutosh Sharma’s unbeaten 66 off 31 balls powered DC to a thrilling win in the last over, despite losing wickets regularly.

Who called 2024? 🥹🙌 pic.twitter.com/VIdLIGqnbX

— Delhi Capitals (@DelhiCapitals) March 25, 2025

After the match, Pant, Axar, and Kuldeep Yadav sat down for a fun chat that had everyone laughing. They teased Kuldeep about his batting skills, joking about a moment in the 19th over when Kuldeep, aiming for a single off Prince Yadav’s ball, accidentally smashed a boundary. Pant chuckled, saying, “He wanted a single but hit a four instead!” Kuldeep tried to explain he was just doing his job, but Pant quipped, “You only know one shot!” Axar piled on, agreeing Kuldeep’s batting was a one-trick pony. The playful exchange, caught on video, showed their strong bond and had fans grinning.