India, March 1 -- The 2025 Champions Trophy saw KL Rahul establish himself as India's first-choice wicketkeeper in ODIs, which has seen Rishabh Pant been pushed to the bench and the Delhi cricketer hasn't featured in any games in Dubai.

Although Rahul has been donning the gloves, he hasn't really been able to contribute with the bat, and has been coming in at No. 6 or 7. Also, many fans have called for Pant's inclusion, so that India can get more firepower in or near the top-order, at No. 4 or 5.

India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate addressed the issue ahead of his side's final Group A game vs New Zealand, scheduled for March 2.

"It's been very hard on Rishabh not playing. But that's the nature of sport at this level," the former D...