Rishabh Pant Sidelined at Lord’s After Painful Finger Injury
It's always tough to see a key player sidelined, especially someone as dynamic and important as Rishabh Pant. On Day 2 of the third Test between India and England at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground, Pant was notably absent from the field due to an unfortunate injury to his left index finger. And let me tell you, this isn't just any regular niggle—this one had fans and the team holding their breath.
The injury happened on the first day, during the second session, when Pant dived to stop a delivery from Jasprit Bumrah that had veered down the leg side. In that moment, as he went full stretch to stop the ball, it struck him right at the tip of his index finger. You could see him grimace immediately, and the physio was out there quickly to attend to him. Despite attempts with pain-relief sprays, it was clear that Pant was in no shape to continue behind the stumps. He walked off shortly after that over and did not return for the rest of the day.
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Come Day 2, there was a glimmer of hope when Pant showed up at the ground. He warmed up, did some drills under the watchful eye of assistant coach Sitanshu Kotak, and even shadow-practised a few defensive strokes—using only his right hand, though, which was quite telling. Eventually, the discomfort was too much, and he had to head back to the dressing room.
Dhruv Jurel continued to substitute for Pant, stepping into some big shoes at a crucial moment. According to the BCCI, Pant is still under medical supervision. Thankfully, he hasn’t been sent for scans yet, which might mean there’s no fracture—at least for now. That’s a big relief, but also a reminder that we’re dealing with a delicate injury that can change with time.
Now, since it’s an external injury sustained on the field, the rules allow him to bat in his usual position—No.5—if he recovers in time. And that’s where India will really be hoping things go their way. Pant has been absolutely stellar this series, smashing two centuries and a fifty in just four innings. He's not just the vice-captain—he's been a cornerstone of India’s middle order.
This development does leave a question mark hanging over the rest of the match. While the team continues to push forward, fans across the world will be anxiously waiting for updates. Here’s hoping Pant can bounce back quickly, not just because of his talent, but because of the energy and fight he brings every time he walks onto the field.
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