Dhruv Jurel replaces injured Rishabh Pant, joins ODI team in Vadodara

Wicket-keeper Rishabh Pant has been ruled out of the ODI series against New Zealand, which is scheduled to start on Sunday (January 11, 2026).

On Saturday (January 10, 2026), Rishabh Pant briefly needed treatment after being hit during net practice as the home side put the final touches to their preparations.

Pant was left grimacing in pain after receiving a blow just above his waist while batting against Indian throwdown specialists. He was attended to by the team’s support staff and other members, including head coach Gautam Gambhir.