Rishabh Pant happy to get the chance to lead Delhi Capitals in IPL 2021

1. Rishabh Pant happy to get the chance to lead Delhi Capitals in IPL 2021 The 14th edition of the Indian Premier League is all set to begin on April 9 in India. While every team is preparing in their respective camps, Delhi Capitals are no different. However, Delhi got a massive blow as their captain Shreyas Iyer had dislocated his shoulder during the 1st ODI against England and has been ruled out of the entire IPL. In his absence, young wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant will lead the team. While many thinks he shouldn’t lead, Delhi Capitals’ head coach Ricky Ponting backed him, citing that his recent successes against Australia and England will give him the confidence to lead after he was named captain of Delhi Capitals in place of the injured Shreyas Iyer for the upcoming IPL 2021 season. “This is a tremendous opportunity for the young Rishabh, who is coming off successful stints against Australia and England which will no doubt give him the confidence needed to take on a new role that comes with a lot more responsibility. The coaching group is excited to work with him, and we can’t wait for the season to get started,” said Ponting, the former Australia captain and legendary batsman said.

2. Rishabh Pant has been in a sublime form in the recent past, cemented his place as India’s all-format wicketkeeper-batsman too. He played a crucial role in helping India win the Test series in Australia as well as at home against England. His 97 on the fifth day of the third Test in Sydney helped the visitors draw the game and then his unbeaten 89 on the fifth and final day of the fourth and final Test in Brisbane helped the team register a historic Test and series win against Australia. Against England, he also scored 101 in the fourth and final Test in Ahmedabad earlier this month to give a good finish to India. He even rewarded with the addition of the white-ball series. He made quickfire scores of 70-odd in the last two ODIs too and helped his side win 2-1 in Pune too. About his new role, Rishabh Pant said, “Delhi is where I grew up, and where my IPL journey began six years ago. To lead this team is a dream I’ve always harboured. And today, as that dream comes true, I feel humbled. I can’t wait to give my absolute best for Delhi Capitals.” Follow Cricadium for Live Cricket Score, Today Match Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Stats, Latest Cricket News and Stay updated with all the cricketing action