When will Rishabh Pant make his comeback? Reports reveal probable comeback date

Rishabh Pant is currently undergoing rehab for his foot injury.

Indian wicket-keeper Rishabh Pant is currently undergoing rehabilitation for his foot injury, which he sustained during the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025. During the fourth test between England and India in Manchester in July, Pant was hit on his foot by a delivery from Chris Woakes.

As Pant is currently undergoing rehabilitation, he was ruled out of the ongoing test series against the West Indies. In his absence, Dhruv Jurel took the wicket-keeper’s spot, while N Jagadeesan was added as back-up for the home test series against the West Indies.

Pant was also ruled out of India’s tour of Australia 2025, scheduled to witness three ODIs and five T20Is. The wicket-keeper batter is in his final stretch of rehab from the injury and will undergo a fitness assessment test at the Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru later this week.

Rishabh Pant to return to the field on October 25- Reports

According to a report in ESPN Cricinfo, Pant could return to the field in the second round of Ranji Trophy 2025-26, starting October 25 for Delhi. He is preparing to return to the test team for the two-match home series against South Africa, which will take place from November 14.

Notably, Pant is moving without any discomfort now and is working on strengthening his foot through mobility exercises and weight training drills. He has also resumed his batting practice.

Delhi will play in the opening round of Ranji Trophy 2025-26 from October 15, however, Pant is doubtful to return till that time. After his return, Pant is likely to lead the side during his availability. For the moment, Ayush Badoni has been named as the captain of Delhi.

Meanwhile, the second test between India and the West Indies will be played from October 10 to 14. Later, they will tour Australia for white-ball cricket, which will conclude on November 8. The test series against South Africa will commence on November 14 at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata.

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