Rishabh Pant Injury History: Check Indian Wicket-Keeper Batter’s Tryst With Physical Injuries As Cricketer Gets Ruled Out of IND vs NZ ODI 2026

India wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant has been ruled out of the three-match One Day International (ODI) series against New Zealand after sustaining a side strain during a practice session. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed on Sunday that Dhruv Jurel has been named as his replacement for the series, which commences today at the Kotambi Stadium. Rishabh Pant Ruled out of IND vs NZ ODI 2026 Series, Dhruv Jurel Named Replacement.

A Growing List of Fitness Setbacks

This latest injury is part of a recurring pattern of physical challenges that have hampered Pant’s career since his return to international cricket.

 Summary of Rishabh Pant's Major Injuries

• January 2026 (Side Strain): During a practice session in Vadodara ahead of the ODI series against New Zealand, Pant was struck on the right ribcage by a delivery from a throwdown specialist. He was diagnosed with a right-sided strain and an internal oblique muscle tear, ruling him out of the three-match series. Rishabh Pant Sustains Injury After Getting Hit in Training Ahead of IND vs NZ 1st ODI 2026, Indian Wicketkeeper Seen In Visible Agony (Watch Video).

• Late 2025 (Toe Fracture): Pant sustained a toe fracture during the fourth Test against England in Manchester. This injury sidelined him until his return for the home Test series against South Africa in November 2025.

The 2022 Car Accident

On December 30, 2022, Pant was involved in a near-fatal car crash near Roorkee. This event caused the most severe injuries of his career, leading to a 15-month hiatus from professional cricket. His injuries included:

• Right Knee: A high-velocity dislocation with three torn ligaments (ACL, PCL, and MCL), requiring full reconstruction.

• External Injuries: Extensive skin loss from the nape of his neck to his knees, multiple stitches on his forehead, and severe abrasions on his back.

• Other Fractures: Injuries to his right wrist, ankle, and toe.

• Recovery: He underwent multiple surgeries and an intensive rehabilitation program at the National Cricket Academy (NCA), eventually returning to professional cricket during the 2024 IPL.

Pant is expected to undergo rehabilitation at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru and look to regain his fitness, as the player tries to cement his place in India's white-ball setup.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 11, 2026 01:43 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).