Rishabh Pant Retires Hurt After Hazlewood’s Short Ball; LSG Fears Major Injury

Rishabh Pant left the field after being struck on the left elbow. The blow came from Josh Hazlewood during the fifth over at the Chinnaswamy Stadium.

The blow and immediate reaction

Hazlewood, back in the Royal Challengers XI, bowled a hard-length ball angled in at pace. Observers described it as Hazlewood’s short ball that hurried Pant, who was late on the pull and cramped for room. The ball thudded into his left arm near the elbow and dropped close to the stumps.

On-field treatment and decision to leave

Play stopped while the LSG physio attended him and treated the area with a spray. After assessment he decided he could not continue immediately and walked off with the physio. Officially, Pant retired hurt and LSG staff began monitoring his condition closely.

Why the injury matters

Pant is LSG’s captain and primary wicketkeeper, so any injury affects multiple roles. An elbow blow can reduce grip strength, restrict bat swing and hamper throwing and glove work. His history of batting through pain made his departure particularly notable.

Medical concerns and outlook

Swelling, restricted movement or a nerve impact are immediate worries after such a blow. There has been no official update from LSG on the extent of the injury. Speculation about scans or a layoff is premature until medical tests are confirmed.

Match implications

Pant’s exit could unsettle Lucknow’s middle order and shift team balance on the night. LSG fears major injury given the visible discomfort and the captain’s decision to retire hurt. A replacement keeper and possible leadership shuffle may follow depending on scan results.

Filmogaz.com will monitor developments and update readers when the franchise issues a medical bulletin. Until then, the situation remains uncertain for LSG and for Pant’s availability in coming matches.