Tag: Rishabh Pant

India Name Strong 15-Member Squad for West Indies Tests; Rishabh Pant Ruled Out

Chief selector Ajit Agarkar confirmed that Rishabh Pant will miss the series as he continues to recover from a foot injury. In his absence, Dhruv Jurel and N Jagadeesan will provide wicketkeeping options.

September 25, 2025

Narayan Jagadeesan Replaces Injured Rishabh Pant for Final Test at The Oval

Jagadeesan, who joins the squad as Pant’s cover, brings strong domestic credentials. The Tamil Nadu wicketkeeper has scored 3,373 runs in 52 first-class matches at an average of 47.50, including 10 centuries and 14 fifties.

July 28, 2025

Rishabh Pant Ruled Out of Fifth Test with Fractured Toe, Jagadeesan Named Replacement

With Pant sidelined, Narayan Jagadeesan has been added to the squad as a replacement for the final Test at The Oval, beginning July 31.

July 28, 2025

Pant Likely to Bat on Final Day Despite Toe Injury, Confirms Batting Coach Sitanshu Kotak

“Rishabh, I think he will bat tomorrow,” Kotak told reporters during the post-day press conference.

July 27, 2025

Rishabh Pant Ruled Out of England Series with Foot Injury, Advised Six Weeks’ Rest: Sources

With Pant unavailable, India will play the rest of the Manchester Test with just 10 batters, as Dhruv Jurel will take over wicketkeeping duties. India were 264/4 in their first innings at the time of the update.

July 24, 2025

Rishabh Pant Injured During Manchester Test, Sai Sudharsan Says “We’ll Miss a Batter if He Doesn’t Return”

BCCI’s official update read: "Rishabh Pant was hit on his right foot while batting on Day 1 of the Manchester Test. He was taken for scans from the stadium. The BCCI Medical Team is monitoring his progress."

July 24, 2025

KL Rahul Praises Rishabh Pant’s Fearless Batting: “I Dream of Playing Shots Like That”

“I enjoy batting with him. When he’s at the other end, I watch him and dream of playing with that mindset and freedom. But it’s always just been a dream,” Rahul said during the post-day press conference.

July 13, 2025

Pant, Rahul Eye Historic Win as Team India Gears Up for Lord’s Test with Renewed Confidence

Reflecting on India’s historic 2021 victory at Lord’s, Pant called the venue "iconic" and expressed gratitude for a new opportunity in a new role.

July 10, 2025

“So Good to See Youngsters Win”: Sourav Ganguly Lauds India’s 336-Run Triumph Over England at Edgbaston

He added, “The next Test is at Lord’s in two days. I wish them the best and hope they continue this winning momentum.”

July 9, 2025

BGT 2024-25: Boland-Starc rip through Indian line-up; Bumrah gives India some cheer on final ball (Day 1, Stumps)

India resumed the final session at 107/4, with Rishabh Pant (32*) and Ravindra Jadeja (11*) unbeaten.

January 3, 2025