• Showing remarkable courage and commitment, Rishabh Pant walked out to bat on Day 2 despite a fractured toe.

  • India finished at 321/6 at Lunch on the second day of the Manchester Test.

ENG vs IND [WATCH]: Rishabh Pant receives standing ovation as he walks out to bat on Day 2 of Manchester Test despite toe fracture
Rishabh Pant gets standing ovation after walking with injured foot (Screengrab: SkySports)

The Day 2 of the fourth Test between England and India at Old Trafford, Manchester, resumed with high intensity. After an evenly contested opening day, the visitors looked to build on their total and gain control of the match in the morning session. Despite overcast conditions and intermittent drizzle, the Indian batters showed great composure to keep the scoreboard ticking and frustrate the English bowling unit. One of the standout moments from the opening session was the bravery shown by Rishabh Pant.

Rishabh Pant receives standing ovation from Manchester crowd

In a moment that defined sheer courage and team spirit, Pant walked out to bat on Day 2, despite suffering a fractured toe. The young wicketkeeper-batter had retired hurt on Day 1 after injuring his right foot while playing a reverse sweep. However, defying pain and adversity, Pant returned to the crease on Thursday morning, determined to contribute for his team in challenging conditions.

Pant’s return was met with a standing ovation from the crowd at Old Trafford, who witnessed the star wicketkeeper-batter limping his way down the stairs and towards the pitch with a visible expression of resolve. Every member in the stadium acknowledged his bravery, cheering him on as he resumed his innings.

Here’s the video:

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England began the day with Jofra Archer removing Ravindra Jadeja early, catching him off guard with a short delivery. But the pair of Shardul Thakur and Washington Sundar stitched a gritty stand to halt the momentum. Thakur looked in good touch, dispatching loose deliveries, but his cameo ended when Ben Duckett took a stunning catch at gully.

Pant, batting with visible discomfort, joined Sundar at the crease and helped India consolidate their innings. Alongside Sundar, Pant ensured that India did not lose further wickets in the session, putting together a steady partnership that frustrated the English bowlers. Despite the painful injury, Pant was unbeaten on 39 at lunch, with Sundar providing solid support at the other end on 20. Their efforts took India to 321/6 at Lunch on Day 2, a strong position considering the circumstances.

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