Rishabh Pant Set To Make History As First DC Player To Do So

Rishabh Pant will become the first Delhi Capitals player to complete 100 matches for the franchise [x.com] Rishabh Pant will become the first Delhi Capitals player to complete 100 matches for the franchise [x.com] 

Just days after Rishabh Pant made his eagerly awaited return to competitive cricket this past Saturday, the Delhi Capitals (DC) along with legions of fans and supporters, have yet another reason for celebration.

This Thursday marks a significant milestone in Pant's cricketing career as he prepares to play his 100th IPL match for the Delhi Capitals. This remarkable feat will see him become the first player in the history of the franchise to reach this number of appearances, a testament to his enduring talent and commitment to the team.

Rishabh Pant, the skipper of the Delhi Capitals, has been the heart of the team since his debut in 2016. After a challenging 14-month break from cricket due to a car accident, Pant's return was highly anticipated.

Though expectations for him to instantly return to peak form were deemed unfair, he displayed promising signs in his comeback match, contributing a quick 18 off 13 balls. This performance has set the stage for what fans hope will be a triumphant 100th game.

With a remarkable record for DC, Pant has amassed 2,856 runs in 99 matches at an average of 34.41, including 15 half-centuries and a century, highlighting his critical role in the team's batting lineup.

His strike rate of 147.90 further underscores his ability to score runs quickly and change the course of a match. Since taking over as captain in 2021, Pant has been instrumental in shaping the team's strategies and fortunes.

As Pant gears up for his 100th match, he surpasses past stalwarts of the DC in terms of appearances, including Amit Mishra (99 matches), Shreyas Iyer (87 matches), and David Warner (82 matches), among others.

This record not only signifies Pant's dedication to the DC but also his immense contribution to the team's successes over the years.

As Pant gears up to lead his team against the RR in Jaipur's iconic Sawai Mansingh Stadium, the match is not just about seeking the season's first win but also about celebrating Pant's monumental achievement.