Sarfaraz said it was decided that they won't go for quick runs while batting with Pant but the excitement of getting to his maiden Test century got to him.

Sarfaraz Khan delivered a stellar performance, scoring his first Test century (150) and leading India's remarkable recovery in the first Test against New Zealand.

His partner in crime on Day 4, Pant was equally effective in his 99 runs knock and the duo were clinical while running between the wickets. After Sarfaraz’s splendid inning, India’s T20I captain, Suryakumar Yadav has shed light on how Pant assisted the youngster off the field to shed some extra pounds and obtain a fitter physique.