NEW DELHI:
Delhi Capitals skipper Rishabh Pant took to social media on Friday to share a heartfelt message with the home fans after the team failed to qualify for the playoffs of the
Indian Premier League 2024.
Pant has been one of the main highlights of the ongoing 17th edition of the cash-rich league, marking his return to cricket after 14 months of recovery following a horrific car accident in December 2022.
The 26-year-old scored 446 runs in 13 IPL matches this season. Pant's impressive performance in IPL 2024 has secured him a place in India's main 15-man squad for the upcoming 2024 T20 World Cup as one of their two wicketkeeper options.
"Felt amazing to be back on the pitch after so long! Cannot be grateful enough for everyone who played a part in this! None of this would be possible without the constant love and affection from the fans. The energy was unreal, and I'm thrilled to be doing what I love again. Excited for what's ahead and looking forward to giving my best and making more memories," Pant wrote on Instagram.
Delhi Capitals ended the league with seven wins and seven losses, winning their final league game against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). Though fifth in the points table, their final standing in the tournament depends on the results of the remaining fixtures.
(With ANI inputs)