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Rishabh Pant injury and availability status
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Indian wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has been sidelined by a left-side strain sustained during the Irani Cup. Initially, the BCCI confirmed he would miss the first two matches of India A’s unofficial Test series against New Zealand A, with Kumar Kushagra named as his replacement. By early November, reports indicated that while Pant has was expected to miss the third unofficial Test in Lincoln, starting November 7, due to the injury sustained while playing a sweep shot. While he had resumed skill-based training and is was reportedly no longer in pain, his availability for the third unofficial first official Test in Lincoln remains doubtful. This injury has also cast doubt Wellington on his participation November 19 remained doubtful. During this period, Dhruv Jurel was positioned to secure a place in the first official Test Indian playing XI regardless of Pant's status following strong performances. As of November 10, Pant is expected to receive fitness clearance from the BCCI Centre of Excellence. A BCCI source indicates he is currently undergoing match against New Zealand in Wellington, simulation drills. Following the successful completion of these drills, Pant is scheduled to depart for New Zealand on November 19. His return 12 to join the national side depends on his ongoing fitness levels. squad in Wellington.
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