Rishabh Pant is one of the few players who can single-handedly turn the game for the team, having started his career in 2016 with the Delhi franchise in the Indian Premier League. Since then, there has been no looking back for him.
However, things changed on December 30, 2022 when he went through a horrific road accident, which almost took his life, Fortunately, he survived. After a one-season halt in 2023, he’s now returning to lead the same Delhi franchise as captain.
This 26 year old swashbuckling wicketkeeper has played many memorable innings in the IPL.
Let’s revisit a few of his top-quality knocks of this star batter.
Rishabh Pant Top Knocks in the IPL
| Versus | Year | Score |
| Gujarat Lions | 2017 | 97(43) |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 2018 | 128(63 ) |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 2018 | 85(48) |
| Mumbai Indians | 2019 | 78*(27) |
| Rajasthan Royals | 2022 | 44 (24) |
Expectations from Rishabh Pant as a batter
Speaking of Pant’s batting, his talent has never been a concern for the Delhi Capitals.
Everyone is well aware of his game-changing ability to strike in the middle overs. He usually bats at number 4 for the franchise and has an impressive strike rate of 147.61, which is considered above average in T20 cricket.
In the first match against Punjab Kings, we witnessed a bit of rustiness in Pant’s batting due to understandable reasons. However, it will be interesting to see how he adjusts and wows people again with his sublime innings.
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Not to forget, he is making a comeback after a horrific road accident that could have taken his life.
He is returning, and that too as a captain , which means he has to carry the burden of the players performances as well, as of now he led the DC camp in 31 matches, winning 16, losing 14 of them.
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