Aakash Chopra lauded Rishabh Pant's indomitable spirit after he batted through pain with a fractured toe in the fourth Test at Old Trafford, drawing comparisons to Anil Kumble's legendary resolve. Despite his injury, Pant scored a valuable 54, showcasing immense patriotism and earning widespread respect. Chopra criticised England's tactics but admired Pant's unbreakable determination against all odds.
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