Rishabh Pant Takes a Hit in Vadodara Before ODI Showdown
Yo, listen up! Rishabh Pant, the Indian wicketkeeper-g, caught a nasty delivery just above the waist during a chill batting sesh in Vadodara on Saturday. His crew, including coach Gambhir, rushed to check on him as he limped off the BCA B ground, lookin' like he just lost a round. Pant's been honing that forward defense, but now he’s gotta bounce back for the ODI showdown.
Quick rundown
- Pant takes a surprising body-blow from a throwdown pro during a long Vadodara nets session.
- Gambhir and the support crew swoop in for a quick on-field pit-stop, Pant recovers.
- Pant hasn't played an ODI since July 2024 vs Sri Lanka, was in 2025 Champions Trophy squad but didn't feature.
- Extended session focused on forward defense and lap shots—cricket training extended to epic lengths.
- With NZ looming, India faces questions on Pant's fitness and ODI readiness.
