Leeds, June 23 -- Former Indian cricketer and head coach Ravi Shastri has hailed wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant's audacious century in the second innings at Leeds against England, saying that there is an " element of a sharp cricket brain" behind Pant's batting.

Pant and KL's second-innings centuries put India in a dominant position as the second innings lead swelled over 300, setting up for an exciting finish on the final day at Leeds. While KL's ton was much more calm, composed and defined by technique, Pant delivered box-office cricket with his aggressive brand of batting.

Accoridng to Sky Sports, Shastri said Pant's knock has given India a lot of food for thought.

"There is plenty of food for thought, but India will be very happy...