[WATCH] ENG vs IND 2025: Dedicated Rishabh Pant walks out to bat with fractured toe

India's vice-captain Rishabh Pant once again showcased his resilience as an athlete as he limped his way out to bat in the first session on Day 2 of the fourth Test at Old Trafford, Manchester. The 27-year-old sustained an injury to his right foot in the final session on Day 1 and had to leave the field immediately. However, less than 24 hours separated from the painful blow, the talismanic cricketer made his way to the field to fight for his nation.

On Day 2, India resumed with overnight batters Shardul Thakur and Ravindra Jadeja at the crease. However, the latter was dismissed in the second over of the day. Washington Sundar joined Thakur in the middle and they forged a 48-run stand before the seam-bowling all-rounder was dismissed by Ben Stokes for 41.

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This was the sixth wicket India lost in their first innings. All eyes moved towards the Indian dressing room as fans were waiting to see who would walk out to bat. It was indeed the in-form Pant, who made his way gingerly towards the centre. Pant will resume his innings from 37.

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Minutes before the fall of Thakur's wicket, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had posted a statement where they mentioned that Pant would not be able to keep wickets in the fourth Test due to his right foot injury. However, he will be available to bat when the team needs him. The apex body also mentioned that Dhruv Jurel will perform the wicketkeeping duties, much like he did in the third Test at Lord's.

Will Pant get a runner?

The International Cricket Council (ICC) eliminated the "runner" rule in international cricket in 2011. Section 25.5 of the ICC playing conditions states that “runners shall not be permitted” under any circumstance.

So, Pant will have to bear the pain and run between the wickets by himself. Fans can expect the batter to bide his time in the middle and see if Sundar can get the runs from the other end. If the wicketkeeper-batter does get a chance to bat with the tailenders, then he might free his arms and look for the big shots.