The BCCI medical team has given the green light for Rishabh Pant to participate in the upcoming IPL 2024 season. Pant has been declared fit to both bat and keep wickets for the Delhi Capitals, starting March 22.
This development serves as a significant boost for India, particularly with Pant now being considered as a strong contender for inclusion in the T20 World Cup squad. The squad is scheduled to head to the Caribbean for the upcoming ICC tournament, and Pant’s fitness adds depth and options to India’s lineup.
With the BCCI clearing Pant’s return, the wicketkeeper-batsman is poised to assume the captaincy of the Delhi Capitals. In the absence of Pant during IPL 2023, David Warner led the team, but the franchise faced difficulties, ultimately finishing second to last in the 10-team points table.
🚨 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗯𝗵 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝘁:
After undergoing an extensive 14-month rehab and recovery process, following a life-threatening road mishap on December 30th, 2022, @RishabhPant17 has now been declared fit as a wicket-keeper batter for the upcoming #TATA @IPL 2024…
— BCCI (@BCCI) March 12, 2024
“After undergoing an extensive 14-month rehab and recovery process, following a life-threatening road mishap on December 30th, 2022, near Roorkee, Uttarakhand, Rishabh Pant has now been declared fit as a wicket-keeper batter for the upcoming TATA IPL 2024”, the BCCI stated in its press release on Thursday.
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Rishabh Pant’s accident
The Indian wicketkeeper-batsman endured a harrowing ordeal when he was involved in a near-fatal accident while driving back to his home in Roorkee. Pant underwent multiple surgeries in 2023 and underwent an extensive strength and conditioning program as part of his recovery journey. His absence was keenly felt throughout the Indian cricketing calendar in 2023, particularly during crucial events like the World Test Championship Final against Australia and the ODI World Cup 2023.
Despite unable to being play, Pant remained a visible presence, cheering for the Delhi Capitals from the stands of the Arun Jaitley Stadium during the 2023 season of the Indian Premier League. Throughout the year, the wicketkeeper-batsman kept his fans updated on his fitness progress, and now he is poised to make his return to competitive cricket.
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