Pant, who last featured in international cricket during the second Test against Sri Lanka in August, has been undergoing rehabilitation at the BCCI Centre of Excellence. He recently shared a video of himself batting in the nets but missed the third unofficial Test between India A and New Zealand A in Lincoln.
"Pant is set to fly out to New Zealand next week. He will be available for the first Test," sources said.
How Rishabh Pant's Recent Form Could Shape His New Zealand Return
Rishabh Pant last played for India during the Test series against Sri Lanka in Colombo in August 2026. After a bouncer from Lahiru Kumara struck his left arm, he retired hurt on three runs. However, he returned the following day to score 63 off 89 deliveries in the second Test.
However, Pant scored 10 and eight before missing the third day of the Irani Cup due to fever while representing Rest of India. His team still secured a 167-run victory over Jammu and Kashmir.
Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja in Action for India A in Lincoln
Prasidh is looking to regain match fitness after spending three weeks recovering from a hamstring strain. He has received clearance to play all formats but was not rushed into the ODI squad ahead of the Test series.
New Zealand A have also made several changes, with wicketkeeper Max Chu returning to lead the side in place of Rhys Mariu. Cameron Paul, Danru Ferns and Zak Gibson have earned places in the squad, while Jayden Lennox, Mitchell Hay, Kristian Clarke and the injured Fraser Sheat have made way.
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