During India’s first net session for the Champions Trophy in Dubai, Rishabh Pant was accidentally struck by a powerful shot from Hardik Pandya. Fortunately, the injury wasn’t serious, and Pant was seen back in action shortly after.

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• Rishabh Pant was struck on his knee by a shot from Hardik Pandya during a net session in Dubai.
• Team physio Kamlesh Jain attended to Pant immediately after the incident.
• Hardik Pandya came out of the nets to check on Pant after the freak accident.
• Although Pant’s injury initially raised concerns, it was confirmed to be minor.
• Pant was later seen in the nets with his helmet on, indicating his fitness.
• Pant was initially confirmed as India’s first-choice wicketkeeper for the Champions Trophy.
• Despite this, coach Gambhir and captain Rohit Sharma chose KL Rahul as wicketkeeper for the England series.
• KL Rahul played all three matches in India’s recent series against England.
• Former coach Ravi Shastri criticized the decision to bench Pant, suggesting his inclusion instead of Rahul.
• Gambhir later confirmed KL Rahul as India’s No. 1 wicketkeeper, with Pant to get a chance later.