Delhi Capitals skipper Rishabh Pant shared a heartfelt message on social media for the home fans on Friday after the team failed to qualify for the playoffs of the Indian Premier League 2024. Pant has been a standout in the 17th edition of the league, marking his return to cricket after a 14-month recovery from a severe car accident in December 2022.
The 26-year-old batsman scored 446 runs in 13 matches this season, showcasing his impressive skills. His performance has secured him a place in India’s 15-man squad for the upcoming 2024 T20 World Cup as one of the two wicketkeeper options.
Pant expressed his gratitude on Instagram, writing, “It felt amazing to be back on the pitch after so long! I can’t be grateful enough for everyone who played a part in this. None of this would be possible without the constant love and support from the fans. The energy was unreal, and I’m thrilled to be doing what I love again. I’m excited for what’s ahead and looking forward to giving my best and making more memories.”,
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The Delhi Capitals concluded their league stage with seven wins and seven losses, securing a victory in their final match against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). Although they finished fifth in the points table, their final ranking in the tournament will depend on the outcomes of the remaining matches.
Delhi Capitals Squad
David Warner, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Abishek Porel, Shai Hope, Rishabh Pant (wk/c), Kumar Kushagra, Axar Patel, Tristan Stubbs, Rasikh Dar Salam, Kuldeep Yadav, Mukesh Kumar, Ishant Sharma, Khaleel Ahmed, Praveen Dubey, Sumit Kumar, Ricky Bhui, Vicky Ostwal, Gulbadin Naib, Lalit Yadav, Prithvi Shaw, Lizaad Williams, Jhye Richardson, Anrich Nortje, Yash Dhull, Swastik Chikara.
