Rishabh Pant’s injury has India worried as he left Wednesday’s fourth Test against England at Old Trafford due to a foot injury.
Pant, who appeared confident during his innings of 37, had to leave the field after a painful hit on his right foot from a Chris Woakes ball. He was clearly in pain, with noticeable swelling and some bleeding, making it difficult for him to stand. His unexpected departure has fans and teammates concerned, given his current form.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is expected to release an official statement on the severity of Pant’s injury. Even prominent England figures like Nasser Hussain and Stuart Broad are hoping for the best.
India had a good day, except for Pant’s injury. That’s a setback, and we’re waiting for updates. I hope he recovers quickly. Pant brings excitement to this game and has been a joy to watch in the series, said former England captain Nasser Hussain. Both sets of fans supported him when he came to bat today, he added.
Stuart Broad, who recently retired, also hopes Pant can play again in the Manchester Test: Pant is fantastic to watch and commentate on. He’s great for cricket, and we hope he gets better soon. The medical team will be working on the swelling tonight, and hopefully, it’s just a bruise so he can bat.
Earlier, half-centuries from Sai Sudarshan and Yashasvi Jaiswal helped India reach 264/4 on the first day of the fourth Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025 at Old Trafford.
At the close of Day 1, India stands at 264/4 in 83 overs, with Ravindra Jadeja (19) and Shardul Thakur (19) at the crease.