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The Indian cricket team could take precautionary measures against Rishabh Pant considering he took a blow during the second unofficial Test against South Africa A.
Health Pant to miss IND vs SA?
India might find themselves in a spot of bother regarding their depth when it comes to wicketkeepers for the longest format.
Health Options?
India are set to take on the reigning World Test Championship-winners, South Africa in a two-match Test series. The first game will be held at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata starting on November 12 while the second game is at Guwahati.
Health IND vs SA
Let us look at some of the names that can don the gloves in Rishabh Pant’s absence.
Health Who can replace Pant?
The domestic star was roped in as Pant’s replacement in the squad for the England tour, though he did not get a chance to feature in the side. If they are to go for his inclusion, no better place to start than on home soil.
Health Narayan Jagadeesan
The young southpaw may have been out of the international circuit, having scored 173 in the Ranji Trophy opener and following it up with a score of 45.
Health Ishan Kishan
If need be, the Indian management can ask KL Rahul to don the gloves. This could give them more options in terms of selecting an extra batter or bowler in the side.
Health KL Rahul
The wicketkeeper-batter has been in fine touch of late, scoring back-to-back centuries against South Africa A in the unofficial Tests.
Health Dhruv Jurel