During the recent encounter between Kolkata Knight Riders and Delhi Capitals in the IPL, Shah Rukh Khan, one of the co-owners of KKR, took a moment to convey a deeply heartfelt message to Rishabh Pant, reflecting on the tragic car accident Pant endured back in 2022.
Khan opened up about his initial shock upon hearing about the incident and the subsequent relief he felt upon witnessing Pant’s remarkable resurgence during IPL 2024. He underscored the profound emotional attachment he shares with the players, likening them to his own children, and extended his heartfelt wishes for Pant’s swift and complete recovery. Additionally, Khan lauded Pant’s remarkable resilience in bouncing back to top form.
Furthermore, their warm and genuine exchange at Vizag, where Khan personally congratulated Pant and they shared a warm embrace, was highlighted as a touching and memorable moment in the history of the IPL, symbolizing the camaraderie and mutual respect between players and team owners.