Rishabh Pant was forced to leave the field during India’s fourth Test against England after sustaining an injury that has left the team and fans anxious. The incident occurred in a tense moment of the match, with the talented wicketkeeper-batsman visibly in discomfort. Medical staff quickly attended to him, and he was taken off the field for further evaluation. India’s camp has since been waiting anxiously for the results of a scan, which will determine the extent of the injury and whether Pant will be fit to continue in the remaining fixtures of the series.

The uncertainty around Pant’s fitness has prompted immediate strategizing from the Indian squad management. Depending on the scan’s outcome, possible scenarios include:

  • Short-term rest and physiotherapy if the injury is minor
  • Replacement by the backup wicketkeeper if recovery will take longer
  • Impact analysis on India’s batting order and…