Rishabh Pant to miss West Indies Test series: Here’s why
**Rishabh Pant to Miss West Indies Test Series: Here’s Why**
*By Gaurav Tripathi | September 22, 2025, 08:29 PM*
The Indian cricket team will be without their star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant for the upcoming two-match home Test series against the West Indies, scheduled to begin on October 2 in Ahmedabad, according to ESPNcricinfo.
### Injury and Rehabilitation
Pant is currently undergoing rehabilitation at the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru after suffering a fractured left foot during India’s England tour in July. The injury occurred during the fourth Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy against England in Manchester. Despite the fracture, Pant had limped out to bat in the first innings but was subsequently replaced by N Jagadeesan for the final Test at The Oval.
At present, Pant is focused on strength and conditioning exercises under the supervision of the BCCI medical team as part of his recovery process.
### Uncertain Return Timeline
There is no fixed timeline for Pant’s return to batting and wicketkeeping duties. The BCCI medical staff will provide updates as his rehabilitation progresses. Meanwhile, India will move on to a white-ball series in Australia starting October 19, following the West Indies Tests.
In Pant’s absence, young wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel is likely to step in and take over the gloves for the upcoming Test series.
### Squad Announcement and Selection
The Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee is expected to announce a 15-member squad for the West Indies series on either September 23 or 24. This squad will be slightly trimmed compared to the 17-member group selected for last October’s New Zealand Tests, India’s last home series.
Selectors are reportedly considering including players like Nitish Kumar Reddy and Devdutt Padikkal in the squad, aiming to balance experience with emerging talent.
### World Test Championship Context
The India-West Indies Tests form a part of the ongoing World Test Championship (WTC). Currently, India stands third on the WTC points table after drawing a hard-fought five-match series against England with a 2-2 result.
The West Indies, however, find themselves in sixth place following losses in all three of their matches so far this season.
### Outlook
Despite the absence of Rishabh Pant, the Indian team is favored to maintain dominance over the West Indies in this home Test series. Fans will eagerly await updates on Pant’s recovery and his eventual return to international cricket.
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*Stay tuned for the official squad announcement and further updates on Rishabh Pant’s rehabilitation.*
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