IND vs ENG: 'Let's do it for the country' — Rishabh Pant's stirring rallying cry to teammates
won't be on the field at The Oval, his words and actions will continue to lift Team India for the crucial match. The injured wicketkeeper-batter, who played a crucial hand in India's gritty fourth Test draw at Old Trafford, has been ruled out for the series finale.
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But speaking in a video released by the BCCI, Pant offered a powerful message to his teammates.
"Just a gesture from my side. Whatever it takes to make our team win or put the team forward, instead of thinking about personal goals," Pant said, referring to his decision to return and bat with a fracture on his foot during the third Test.
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Pant had taken a painful blow to his right leg off a Chris Woakes delivery and had to be taken off the field in a mobile ambulance.
Despite swelling and what was later confirmed to be a fracture, he returned to bat the next day, scoring a fighting half-century and receiving a standing ovation from the crowd at Old Trafford.
After the fourth Test draw, he was seen throwing his gloves into the stands and embracing skipper Shubman Gill in a heartwarming moment.
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Pant's courage and commitment earned high praise in the dressing room as well. Head coach
, not known for singling out players, made an exception.
"You've not only inspired this dressing room, but you've inspired the next generation… the country will always be proud of you," Gambhir said, addressing Pant in a video shared by the BCCI.
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Furthermore, Washington Sundar, who himself put on a show with Ravindra Jadeja as he scored an unbeaten 101, singled out Pant for his brave act. Arguing that it would have been difficult for him to just walk around with the state he was in, to come out and bat for his side made it much more commendable. Sundar called him the "son of our country."
As India prepare for the series-deciding fifth Test at The Oval starting July 31, spirits will be high and stakes greater than ever.
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