Delhi Capitals‘ captain Rishabh Pant made a highly-anticipated return to competitive cricket in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 after a 453-day absence due to a car crash. Pant’s comeback was met with great anticipation and emotion, as fans eagerly awaited his return to the field.
Pant’s comeback match took place against the Punjab Kings, where he came out to bat at the No. 4 position. Despite feeling nervous, Pant managed to score a quiet 18 runs off 13 balls, which included two boundaries. However, his innings was cut short when he was dismissed by Harshal Patel in the 13th over.
The journey back to the field was an emotional one for Pant, who described the experience as “really emotional.” He expressed his gratitude for being able to return to the game he loves and stated that he just wanted to enjoy the moment.
“Really emotional time for me,” Pant said at the toss.”Just want to enjoy the moment.”
Rishabh Pant posted on social media
Rishabh Pant posted on social media after the match. He expressed gratitude and thanked the fans for their constant support. He said that he Enjoyed being on the field and affirmed that the Capitals will improve day by day. Rishabh Pant wrote:
“Thanku god and every one. Happy to be back in field. Yes didn’t get the result we wanted but will keep improving day by day and give 100 percent commitment and effort. Loved being on the field.”
Pant’s absence from competitive cricket was a result of a horrific car crash in December 2022. The accident resulted in multiple injuries, including a damaged ligament in his right knee, injuries to his wrist and ankle, and abrasions on his back. Following the accident, Pant underwent intensive rehabilitation to address his injuries and regain his fitness.
Pant’s absence had a significant impact on the Delhi Capitals, as he had to relinquish his role as captain. David Warner of Australia took over the captaincy in Pant’s absence, but the team’s performance suffered, culminating in a ninth-place finish in the league table.
Despite the challenges he faced during his recovery, Pant remains a key player for the Delhi Capitals and a dynamic talent in Indian cricket. His return to competitive cricket is a testament to his resilience and determination. As Pant continues his journey in the IPL 2024 season, fans eagerly anticipate his performance and contributions to the team.
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