Rishabh Pant ENG Vs IND: Rishabh Pant's Exit from England Test, Opportunity for 'this' Player
The fourth Test match between India and England during the England tour has started. This match is being played at Old Trafford Stadium in Manchester. Meanwhile, a major update has emerged. Team India has suffered a big blow due to the injury of India's wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant.
What exactly happened?
During the fourth Test match, England's fast bowler Chris Woakes delivered a fast ball, and Pant attempted to play a dangerous shot, which resulted in him sitting on his leg. This incident occurred on the very first day of the match. The ball directly hit his leg, causing Pant severe pain, and he was immediately given medical assistance. Upon examination by the doctors, it was observed that there was bleeding from his socks. Subsequently, he was urgently taken off the field. Due to swelling and bleeding in his leg, the doctors have noted that his condition is serious.
Who will replace Rishabh Pant?
According to the information received, Ishan Kishan, who is a wicketkeeper-batsman in IPL and Team India, is likely to be called into the team for the fifth Test match in place of Rishabh Pant. Ishan Kishan has been out of Team India for the past two years. Currently, Ishan Kishan was participating in county cricket for Nottinghamshire. During this time, he played well with two half-centuries in two matches. Ishan Kishan has played 2 Test matches so far, scoring 78 runs with the help of one half-century in 3 innings.