Rishabh Pant Injury Update: How is the India Player? Will he Play any part for India in the Match?

Rishabh Pant suffered a significant injury to his right foot on Day 1 of the fourth Test against England at Old Trafford, Manchester.

While batting and attempting a reverse sweep off Chris Woakes, he inside-edged the ball onto his foot, causing swelling, bleeding, and severe pain. He was unable to stand and had to retire hurt, being taken off the field in a medical cart as Ravindra Jadeja came in to bat. The injury caused visible distress, and the Indian medical team is closely monitoring his condition.

How is Rishabh Pant?

Initial reports suggest the injury might be serious, with concerns about a possible metatarsal fracture. Cricket experts and former players have expressed fear that Pant could be ruled out not only for the rest of the match but potentially the entire England tour, which would be a significant blow for India.

Pant's inability to put weight on the injured foot and the immediate swelling indicate a serious issue. A few reports have suggested that the Indi vice-captain may have a broken metatarsal bone on his right foot.

BCCI confirmed that Pant has undergone scans and the medical team is managing his progress. An update on the exact nature and severity of the injury is expected soon, but early signs point to a possible fracture, which could sideline him for an extended period.

Will Rishabh Pant play anymore in the Manchester Test?

At the moment, it feels Rishabh's stint in the Test series is over. Yes, not just the Manchester Test, Pant may be completely out of the series if there is a fracture. Additionally, Pant had previously sustained a finger injury during the third Test at Lord's, which limited his wicketkeeping duties, with Dhruv Jurel stepping in as a substitute. He was expected to resume wicketkeeping in the fourth Test, but this new foot injury has cast doubt on his further participation.