Delhi Capitals skipper Rishabh Pant etched his name in the record books on Friday night, becoming the first player to score 3,000 runs for the franchise in the Indian Premier League (IPL). This achievement adds another layer of significance to Pant’s IPL 2024 campaign, marking a successful return to cricket after a horrific car accident in December 2022.
From Ordinary Debut to DC Mainstay
Pant made his IPL debut for the Delhi Capitals back in 2016. Despite a modest showing in his first season, the team recognized his potential and continued to invest in him. This faith paid off handsomely in 2018, where Pant exploded onto the scene, smashing a record-breaking 684 runs at an impressive average of 52.61, including a century.
Fast forward to 2024, and Pant has become the undisputed backbone of the Delhi Capitals batting lineup. In his 104th IPL match, he reached the coveted 3,000-run mark, averaging over 34 runs per inning. His explosive batting style is evident in his strike rate of over 148, and he has consistently delivered for DC with 16 fifties and a solitary IPL century to his name.
A Remarkable Comeback After Injury
This milestone holds even greater weight considering Pant’s recent ordeal. The car accident he suffered in late 2022 forced him to miss several major tournaments, including the entire 2023 IPL season. After undergoing extensive rehabilitation, his return to competitive cricket with the Delhi Capitals marked a triumphant comeback.
Pant’s leadership qualities were recognized when he was appointed captain of the Delhi Capitals in 2021, following Shreyas Iyer’s injury. Under his guidance, DC reached the Qualifier 2 stage that season, solidifying his position as skipper for the following year as well. In his 35th match as captain, Pant boasts a record of 17 wins and 17 losses (as of before the match against MI).
Rishabh Pant’s achievement of 3,000 IPL runs for the Delhi Capitals is a testament to his talent, resilience, and dedication to the team. This accomplishment, coupled with his successful return from injury, serves as a beacon of hope for both Pant and the Delhi Capitals as they strive for success in the ongoing IPL 2024 season.
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