IPL 2024: Till a few days ago, it was not clear whether Rishabh Pant would play in IPL 2024 or not, but BCCI has confirmed that Pant is completely fit. India's wicketkeeper batsman Pant is now ready to make a comeback and dominate the field once again. Rishabh Pant will be returning to the cricket field in December 2022, 14 months after being injured in a car accident. The good news for him is that Delhi Capitals has decided to hand over the captaincy to him again.
Delhi Capitals is owned by JSW Group, whose co-owner and Delhi Capitals Chairman Parth Jindal said on Rishabh Pant's return and making him the captain again, “We are happy to see Rishabh as the captain again. Tenacity and fearlessness. “His determination defines the way he plays cricket and the same tenacity has been reflected in his recovery from injury. I'm excited to see how he reinvigorates our team and drives us forward with new passion and enthusiasm for the new season.”
Team co-owner Kiran Kumar Gandhi said, “Rishabh has worked very hard during the most difficult phase of his life. I have no doubt that Rishabh's difficult journey will inspire his teammates in the new season. Captain Our best wishes to Rishabh and the entire team.”
Delhi Capitals' first match in IPL 2024 will be against Punjab Kings on March 23. This match of both the teams will be played in Chandigarh. Rishabh Pant was completely out of IPL 2023 due to the injury sustained in a car accident, but by working very hard, he has completely recovered from the injury in just 14 months. Pant will once again be ready to impress with his aggressive batting style.
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