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"It's A Big Decision We'll Have To Make": Ricky Ponting's Big Update On Rishabh Pant

Delhi Capitals (DC) coach Ricky Ponting has revealed how he plans to use returning star Rishabh Pant during the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season. Pant is attempting to return from a major car accident in December 2022 and make his comeback to professional cricket for the Capitals later this month. The wicket-keeper/batter has already stepped up his recovery by appearing in a series of match practice sessions alongside India teammate Hardik Pandya at the National Cricket Academy (NCA).

Alex Carey Shapes Australia's Win Over New Zealand; Surpasses Rishabh Pant In Elite List

Australia's Alex Carey joined the elite company of legendary compatriot Adam Gilchrist and Indian star Rishabh Pant, smashing the second-highest score ever by a wicketkeeper-batter in a successful Test run-chase. Carey achieved this during his side's second Test against New Zealand at Christchurch During a tense run-chase of 279 runs, Carey guided Australia out of troubled waters, rescuing them from 80/5. He went on to score 98* in 123 balls, striking 15 boundaries in a fine match-winning knock. He also had a crucial stand with skipper Pat Cummins.

Rishabh Pant To Play For India In T20 World Cup 2024? BCCI Secretary Jay Shah Provides Massive Update

BCCI secretary Jay Shah gave an update on Rishabh Pant, who is set to make his much-awaited comeback in the IPL. Pant has been out of action since a horrific car accident in December 2022. "He is batting well, he is keeping well. We will declare him fit very soon. If he can play the T20 World Cup for us, that will be a big thing for us. He is a big asset for us. "If he can keep, he can play the World Cup. Let's see how he does in the IPL," said Shah. The accident had left Pant with a severe right knee injury that required a ligament reconstruction surgery besides a fractured wrist and ankle.

BCCI Secretary Jay Shah Sets Mohammed Shami Return Date

India's premier pacer Mohammed Shami, who is recuperating from an ankle surgery, is expected to make his comeback with the home Test series against Bangladesh later this year, BCCI secretary Jay Shah told PTI. Shami missed the five-match Test series against England and will also sit out of the IPL after having undergone surgery for Achilles tendon last month.

On Dhruv Jurel vs Rishabh Pant Wicket-Keeping Conundrum, Ex-Australia Star's 'Risk' Verdict

Former Australian cricket team spinner Brad Hogg believes that India should stick with Dhruv Jurel as the specialist wicket-keeper in Test cricket even after Rishabh Pant completely recovers from his injuries. Pant has been missing in action since late 2022 after a car accident but he is expected to make his return in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. Hogg believes that Pant should prove himself in domestic cricket and only after that, he should be considered for the national team.

"Should I Say What Rohit Sharma Said?": Ex England Star Gets Rishabh Pant Reminder In Commentary Box

The Indian cricket team continued their dominance on Day 2 of the 5th Test against England in Dharamsala, with Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill slamming a century each. The duo, in fact, brought up their tons in a non-traditional way, as far as Test cricket is concerned. The rate with which Rohit and Gill scored runs in the middle prompted former England star Owais Shah to ask ex-India cricketer Saba Karim in the commentary box, what was the reason behind Team India's scoring rate.

"Indian Players Are Gold In IPL": Sourav Ganguly's Honest Take On Rishabh Pant Return For Delhi Capitals

Former India skipper and Delhi Capitals' Director of Cricket Sourav Ganguly expressed his feelings on Thursday ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 as star wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant joined the Delhi Capitals squad. Pant missed the IPL 2023 after suffering multiple injuries in a horrific car accident on December 30, 2022. The 51-year-old asserted that Pant's inclusion is a really huge boost for the Delhi Capitals side ahead of the IPL 2024. The southpaw further said that he is extremely happy that Pant is back in the squad. "It's a huge boost for Delhi Capitals because Indian players are gold in the IPL. Obviously, he has not played much cricket and I hope he gets back to rhythm very quickly. It's been a while he is away from competitive cricket, almost 17-18 months. He has worked very hard to make a comeback. He is confident and wants to play for Delhi Capitals and India. I am extremely happy he is back and hope he gets through the season," Ganguly told Revsportz.

On Dhruv Jurel vs Rishabh Pant Selection Debate, Anil Kumble's "MS Dhoni" Verdict

Former India captain Anil Kumble has shared his views on young wicketkeeper batter Dhruv Jurel, following his brilliant show in the fourth Test against England in Ranchi. Jurel starred with the bat as India beat Engand by five wickets at the JSCA International Stadium on Monday. Jurel smashed a gritty 90 in the first innings, before scoring an unbeaten 39 to see help India chase down 192. In first-choice keeper Rishabh Pant's absence, Jurel has managed to make a strong case for himself as far as the Test team is concerned.

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"It's A Big Decision We'll Have To Make": Ricky Ponting's Big Update On Rishabh Pant

Alex Carey Shapes Australia's Win Over New Zealand; Surpasses Rishabh Pant In Elite List

Rishabh Pant To Play For India In T20 World Cup 2024? BCCI Secretary Jay Shah Provides Massive Update

BCCI Secretary Jay Shah Sets Mohammed Shami Return Date

On Dhruv Jurel vs Rishabh Pant Wicket-Keeping Conundrum, Ex-Australia Star's 'Risk' Verdict

"Should I Say What Rohit Sharma Said?": Ex England Star Gets Rishabh Pant Reminder In Commentary Box

"Indian Players Are Gold In IPL": Sourav Ganguly's Honest Take On Rishabh Pant Return For Delhi Capitals

On Dhruv Jurel vs Rishabh Pant Selection Debate, Anil Kumble's "MS Dhoni" Verdict