In a significant blow to India’s chances during the ongoing first Test against New Zealand, wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant sustained a knee injury on Day 2, prompting the team to call upon Dhruv Jurel as his replacement.

The incident took place during New Zealand’s first innings when Pant was struck on the knee by a delivery from Ravindra Jadeja in the 38th over.

Rishabh Pant forced to walk out of the field

Pant, who had been struggling with knee issues previously, limped off the field after being visibly in pain. The medical staff attended to him immediately, but he was unable to continue and had to retire hurt. Prior to his injury, Pant was India’s top scorer in a disastrous innings, contributing 20 runs as the home team was bowled out for a mere 46 runs, their lowest total ever in Test cricket at home.

Dhruv Jurel comes in place of Pant

Pant was forced to retire hurt after receiving medical attention on the field. He hobbled off with the assistance of a support staff, visibly in pain.

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Dhruv Jurel replaced Pant and took over wicketkeeping duties ahead of KL Rahul.

After India’s first-innings collapse, New Zealand dominated Day 2, establishing a commanding 134-run lead at M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Devon Conway narrowly missed a century, falling nine runs short, as Indian bowlers struggled to regain control of the match.

Most ducks in a Test innings for India:

6 vs England, Manchester, 2014 (1st inns)
6 vs South Africa, Cape Town, 2024 (2nd inns)
5 vs Australia, Adelaide, 1948 (3rd inns)
5 vs England, Leeds, 1952 (3rd inns)
5 vs New Zealand, Mohali, 1999 (1st inns)
5 vs New Zealand, Bengaluru, 2024 (1st inns)

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