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Central Zone captain Dhruv Jurel and East Zone skipper Abhimanyu Easwaran missed the Duleep Trophy quarterfinals, which began on Thursday, due to a fever and a groin niggle, respectively.

Central Zone captain Dhruv Jurel and East Zone skipper Abhimanyu Easwaran are not playing the opening round of their respective Duleep Trophy matches in Bengaluru. In Jurel's absence, Rajat Patidar is leading Central Zone and Riyan Parag is leading East Zone.

Dhruv Jurel has praised Gautam Gambhir for the way he motivates players in the dressing room. He also values Gambhir's personal support and advice, which gives him confidence and keeps him determined to make the most of future opportunities.

Rishabh Pant's finger injury during the third Test at Lord's raised concerns about his batting eligibility, but ICC rules permit him to bat at his usual position as the injury was legitimate. This contrasts with tactical absences, which could restrict batting order. Pant's return at No. 5 was a significant advantage for India, allowing him to contribute despite the pain.

England's captain Ben Stokes and India's wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant sustained injuries on the first day of the Lord's Test. Stokes struggled with a groin injury, while Pant hurt his finger attempting to stop a ball. Despite the setbacks, England concluded the day at 251/4, with Joe Root nearing a century.