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Rishabh Pant out of 3rd unofficial Test, doubtful for 1st Test

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 4:26 AM

Last updated Nov 1, 2026

Rishabh Pant out of 3rd unofficial Test, doubtful for 1st Test
Summary

Rishabh Pant is ruled out of the 3rd unofficial Test against New Zealand A due to a recent injury during the Irani Cup final. The wicketkeeper-batter is currently recovering and is doubtful for the first Test in Wellington scheduled for November 19. Pant's injury issues have plagued him throughout his career, and he missed prior matches this year because of a wrist and shoulder injury. The Indian team management will assess his fitness closer to the Test's start date. Dhruv Jurel's strong performance in red-ball cricket adds competition for the wicketkeeper role.

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  • •Rishabh Pant out of 3rd unofficial Test against New Zealand A.
  • •Doubtful for 1st Test in Wellington on November 19.
  • •Suffered injury during Irani Cup final.
  • •Pant has a history of injury issues in Test cricket.
  • •Dhruv Jurel's form intensifies competition for wicketkeeper role.
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  • 4:26 AMYahoo Sports — Rishabh Pant injury update: India wicket-keeper out of IND A vs NZ A 3rd unofficial Test, doubtful for 1st Test - Report
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Rishabh Pant picked up a fresh injury in the Irani Cup final and is now doubtful for the first Test vs New Zealand.

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