Archive · 24 Jul 2025
Pant Injury: Will He Bat in Test Match Against England?
During a cricket match between India and England, Rishabh Pant hurt his foot.
He might have broken a bone and had to leave the game.
If he can't play, Dhruv Jurel will keep wickets instead.
However, according to the rules, Jurel won't be allowed to bat or bowl in place of Pant.
The second day of the match will start soon, and the teams are preparing for it.
Rishabh Pant sustained a foot injury while batting in the fourth Test against England.
Pant was taken off the field and is suspected to have a metatarsal bone fracture.
Dhruv Jurel will take on the wicketkeeping role if Pant cannot continue.
ICC rules state Jurel cannot bat or bowl as an injury substitute.
The first ball on Day 2 is scheduled to be bowled at 3.30 pm IST (1000 GMT) on Thursday, 24th July, 2025.
- Who
- Rishabh Pant, Dhruv Jurel, and the Indian and English cricket teams.
- What
- Rishabh Pant sustained a foot injury during the fourth Test match, potentially leading to a change in the Indian team's batting lineup.
- When
- The injury occurred during the ongoing fourth Test and updates are expected on the second day, July 24, 2025.
- Where
- The fourth Test is taking place in Manchester.
- Why
- Rishabh Pant's injury could impact India's batting strategy.
- Match
- India vs. England, Fourth Test
- Location
- Manchester
- Player Injured
- Rishabh Pant
- Suspected Injury
- Metatarsal bone fracture
- Replacement Wicketkeeper
- Dhruv Jurel
- Start Time (Day 2)
- 3:30 pm IST, July 24, 2025
