Recovering from severe injuries after a life-threatening car accident in December 2022, Rishabh Pant has returned; the left-hand batsman has once again taken over the Delhi Capitals in the 2024 IPL.
Pant’s return to the ground after skipping the entire 2023 section is a testament to the player’s resilience and determination. Pant was acquired by Delhi Capitals in the 2016 IPL auction when on the same day, he also captained for India’s U-19 World Cup. After making headlines by hitting a century the same day the young talent was auctioned off, Pant did not disappoint the fans of the DC team throughout their association.
Known for his aggressive left hand for battering the ball, Pant’s most popular season was the second day of the 2018 IPL season, when he sacked 684 offside runs at an average of three and a strike rate of 173.60 in an average of three.
In the series, the player made 488 runs and became the second-highest wicket-taker on the DC team that season. Owing to a strike rate of 162.66. Delhi Capitals qualified for the first playoff spot of their fran. The player was supposed to skip the 2023 league schedule because of a horrific car crash, however, he is back and doing well for DC.
Off the field, Pant’s illustrious career in Test cricket highlights his batting prowess and match-winning abilities. His impactful centuries in crucial matches have solidified his reputation as a game-changer. In T20 cricket, Pant’s contributions extend beyond his impressive stats, making him a force to be reckoned with for DC and earning him the captaincy in 2021.
As Pant resumes his captaincy duties for DC in IPL 2024, fans eagerly anticipate his return to the crease.
