Pant undergoing two-day simulation, likely to leave for New Zealand on November 12
Indian wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant is undergoing match simulation drills at the BCCI Centre of Excellence to regain fitness. If successful, he is expected to travel to New Zealand on November 12 for the upcoming Test series.
Why it matters
Pant is a key player for the Indian Test team, and his availability significantly impacts the squad's performance in international cricket.
NEW DELHI India's Test team is set to get a boost as star wicketkeeper batter Rishabh Pant in all likelihood will get fitness clearance from the BCCI Centre of Excellence and leave for New Zealand on Thursday. Pant, who sustained a side strain while playing Irani Cup for Rest of India, was initially named in the India A squad for one unofficial Test subject to fitness. However, he didn't get the required 'RTP' (Return To Play) certificate from the CoE. "Pant is completely fit.
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