Rishabh Pant has been ruled out of the ODI series against New Zealand due to a right-sided abdominal strain and internal oblique muscle tear. The injury occurred during a net session in Vadodara, captured on video, showing Pant experiencing discomfort. An MRI and consultation confirmed the severity, sidelining him for the three-match series. Dhruv Jurel has been named as his replacement, presenting an opportunity for the young wicketkeeper-batter. This marks another setback for Pant's ODI career, which has seen limited consistent opportunities.