Rishabh Pant Scores 63 Despite Injury in India-Sri Lanka 2nd Test Partnership
In the second Test between India and Sri Lanka in Colombo, Rishabh Pant played a resilient innings despite a left forearm injury sustained on Day 1. Returning to bat early on Day 2, Pant scored 63 runs with notable audacity, facing aggressive bowling and body blows. His partnership with Dhruv Jurel added 112 runs, helping India stabilize after a difficult position. Former batsman Cheteshwar Pujara praised Pant's determination and shot selection under pressure before Pant was dismissed early in the second session.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (75–85/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
indianexpress broke this story on 24 Aug, 08:31 am. Other outlets followed.