Sourav Ganguly, the director of cricket for the Delhi Capitals (DC), expresses confidence in Rishabh Pant’s leadership abilities, stating that the young captain’s instincts will refine with experience. After recovering from a serious vehicle accident in December 2022, Rishabh Pant showcased remarkable resilience to return to competitive cricket. Ganguly commends Pant’s dedication and performance throughout the season.
Learning Curve for Pant
Acknowledging Pant’s growth as a captain, Ganguly emphasises that leadership skills develop over time. While Pant has displayed astute decision-making on the field, Ganguly believes he will mature further with experience.
Despite a mixed season with seven victories and seven defeats, DC retains a mathematical chance of making the playoffs. Ganguly remains optimistic about the team’s prospects but acknowledges that their season’s final game may have been played.
Ganguly praises DC’s pacers Mukesh Kumar and Rasikh Dar Salam for their standout performances. The DC director also recognises Rasikh’s improvement over time and Mukesh’s consistency in delivering crucial overs.
Ganguly highlights the contribution of DC’s Indian bowlers and applauds their resilience and effectiveness throughout the season. Mukesh Kumar, in particular, has been instrumental in handling challenging situations during the deathovers.
As the IPL season progresses, Ganguly’s confidence in Pant’s leadership and DC’s bowling unit underscores their determination to excel in the tournament.
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