Rishabh Pant Injury Update:
Rishabh Pant is making a remarkable recovery, but the question of whether he will take up the mantle of wicketkeeper remains uncertain. Last December, the southpaw was involved in a near-fatal car accident which necessitated multiple surgeries. In his absence, Delhi Capitals had a difficult time, finishing second from last. Everyone is eagerly anticipating his return, yet it is unclear if he can handle the workload of a wicketkeeper.
Recovery Progress
At this point, it is difficult to determine if Pant will be able to resume his duties as a wicketkeeper. It could take anywhere from three to six months for him to get back to practice. As a BCCI official told InsideSport, “We have to take this slowly. Rishabh is young and has a lot of time to play cricket, but given the injury he has suffered, he cannot be rushed.”
Delhi Capitals’ Struggles
The Delhi Capitals managed to find an able leader in David Warner, yet it was Pant’s skill as a keeper that was sorely missed. To fill the void, the franchise recruited Abhishek Porel.
Conclusion
Rishabh Pant’s return to the game is highly anticipated, yet it is uncertain if he can handle the workload of a wicketkeeper. It could take anywhere from three to six months for him to get back to practice. The Delhi Capitals have managed to find an able leader in David Warner, yet it was Pant’s skill as a keeper that was sorely missed.