Team India’s wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant suffered an injury just before the 2025 Champions Trophy, sparking concerns about his participation in the upcoming match against Bangladesh. The injury occurred during a training session, and although there’s been a positive update from Dubai, the Board of Control for Cricket in India has yet to confirm his status. According to reports, Pant is recovering well and might even resume practice on Tuesday, but it’s still unclear whether he’ll be fit to play in the match on February 20.
Pant’s History with Injuries
You might recall that Rishabh Pant was involved in a car accident, which left him with significant injuries, including a badly hurt knee. However, he made a strong comeback after recovering from those injuries. Unfortunately, during a recent practice session, Pant hurt his knee again, raising concerns about his availability for the Champions Trophy. Fortunately, it seems he’s on the mend now. A report by Rev Sports suggests that Pant is fine and will likely return to practice soon.
India’s Champions Trophy Schedule
The match between India and Bangladesh is scheduled to take place in Dubai on February 20, marking the first match of Team India’s Champions Trophy campaign in 2025. While Pant’s injury might affect his participation in this match, it’s possible that Team India could opt for wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul in the playing XI instead. Although there’s no official word on this yet, it’s an option that’s being considered. After the Bangladesh match, India will face Pakistan on February 23, followed by their last group match against New Zealand on March 2. The tournament’s final is slated for March 9.
Speculation About Pant’s Participation
Given the circumstances, it seems unlikely that Rishabh Pant will play in the match against Bangladesh. However, as there’s been no official confirmation from the Board of Control for Cricket in India, fans can only wait and see how things unfold. One thing is certain, though – the Champions Trophy is just around the corner, and Team India will be looking to make a strong start, regardless of whether Pant is in the lineup or not. As the team prepares to take on Bangladesh, Pakistan, and New Zealand in the group stages, all eyes will be on the Indian squad, eager to see how they perform in the tournament.
