India, July 1 -- As anticipation builds for the second Test between India and England at Edgbaston, England captain Ben Stokes has heaped praise on Indian wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant, calling him a "very dangerous player" and admitting he "absolutely loves watching him play cricket."

Pant, who lit up the first Test at Leeds with scintillating twin centuries - 134 in the first innings followed by 118 in the second - was one of the standout performers despite India's eventual defeat. England pulled off a record chase of 371, winning by five wickets to take a 1-0 lead in the series.

Speaking to the media ahead of Wednesday's second Test, Stokes lauded Pant's fearless approach and natural flair.

"I absolutely love watching Rishabh Pan...