Rishabh Pant on Thursday showed nerves of steel as he brought up a hard-fought half-century on day two of the fourth Test against England at Old Trafford, Manchester. Driving a full and wide delivery through the vacant extra-cover region, Pant reached his fifty under circumstances that demanded both physical courage and mental resilience.

The Indian vice-captain had retired hurt on 37 the previous afternoon after inside-edging a sharp Chris Woakes yorker onto his right foot. Clearly in pain, Pant limped off the field, casting doubts over his further participation in the match.

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However, on Thursday morning, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) issued a statement clarifying Pant’s condition. “Rishabh Pant, who sustained an injury to his right foot on day one of the Manchester Test, will not be performing wicketkeeping duties for the remainder of the match,” read the BCCI’s statement. “Dhruv Jurel will assume the role of wicketkeeper. Despite his injury, Rishabh Pant has joined the team on day two and will be available to bat as per team requirements.”