India, July 24 -- India vice-captain Rishabh Pant, on Thursday, joined the Indian camp at the Old Trafford ground on Day 2 of the ongoing fourth Test against England, a day after he sustained a foot injury. In a major update, BCCI revealed that Pant is available to bat in the first innings, although Dhruv Jurel will replace him as the wicketkeeper in both innings of the match.

"Rishabh Pant, who sustained an injury to his right foot on Day 1 of the Manchester Test, will not be performing wicket-keeping duties for the remainder of the match. Dhruv Jurel will assume the role of wicket-keeper. Despite his injury, Rishabh Pant has joined the team on Day 2 and will be available to bat as per team requirements," BCCI wrote.

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