Archive · 24 Jul 2025
Rishabh Pant Cleared to Bat Despite Injury in Manchester Test
Rishabh Pant, a cricketer, hurt his foot while playing a match.
He won't be able to catch the ball behind the wickets anymore.
The team says he can still bat if needed, even with his injured foot.
Another player will do the catching now.
The team is waiting to see if they need him to bat.
This happened during a match between India and England.
Rishabh Pant fractured his fifth metatarsal during the Manchester Test.
The BCCI confirmed Pant can bat in the Test but will not keep wickets.
Dhruv Jurel will take over wicket-keeping duties.
Pant has re-joined the team and is available to bat as per team requirements.
Pant's injury occurred on Day 1 and he was unable to continue playing that day.
- Who
- Rishabh Pant, Dhruv Jurel, and the BCCI.
- What
- Rishabh Pant sustained a foot injury during the Manchester Test and will be available to bat, but not keep wickets.
- When
- July 24, 2025.
- Where
- Old Trafford Cricket Ground in Manchester.
- Why
- The reason for Pant's injury is due to fracturing his fifth metatarsal, affecting his ability to play and wicket-keep.
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Pant's future in the Test
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Reports suggested Pant would need 6 weeks rest.
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Other reports mentioned Pant might still bat with painkiller support.
- Player
- Rishabh Pant
- Injury
- Fractured fifth metatarsal
- Match
- India vs England Test
- Wicketkeeper
- Dhruv Jurel
- Location
- Old Trafford, Manchester
- BCCI statement
- Pant available to bat
Sources
India Vice Captain Rishabh Pant Cleared to Bat In Old Trafford Test, Confirms BCCI
BCCI Confirms Rishabh Pant Available To Bat Despite Fracture But Won't Keep
India vs England 4th Test Live Score Day 2: Will Rishabh Pant Bat Today?
