India have called for Rishabh Pant to provide cover for Shikhar Dhawan after the opening batsman suffered a Cricket World Cup injury blow.
Dhawan made a brilliant century in the victory over holders Australia at The Oval on Sunday but was unable to field after being struck on the thumb while batting.
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With uncertainty over how long Dhawan will be out of action, wicketkeeper-batsman Pant will fly to England.
Pant will be on standby in case powerful left-hander Dhawan can play no further part in the tournament.
A BCCI statement released on Tuesday said: "Dhawan is presently under the observation of the BCCI medical team.
"The team management has decided that Dhawan will continue to be in England and his progress will be monitored."
