India wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant has joined the team bio-bubble after having recovered from COVID-19 ahead of the marquee Test series against England. Pant, who had tested positive for the virus, has completed 10 days of isolation period, followed by two RT-PCR negative reports and proper cardio check-up which are mandatory before joining the team. Pant had tested positive while he was staying at Southall at an acquaintance's place. After Pant tested positive, BCCI secretary Jay Shah had sent a cautionary letter to the Indian contingent, asking the players to avoid crowded gatherings like Wimbledon and Euro matches. The Indian team is currently playing a warm-up match against a County XI side in Durham, before the first Test of the five-match series begins on August 4 at Nottingham.

Source: The Hindu July 22, 2021 06:56 UTC