[Watch] Rishabh Pant Honoured With 'Special Jersey' For 100th IPL Appearance

Pant was honoured with a special jersey [X.com]

Delhi Capitals (DC) fans are buzzing with excitement as Rishabh Pant, the dynamic left-hand batter and captain of the team, reaches a remarkable milestone in his IPL career.

Pant, who recently made a triumphant return to competitive cricket after a challenging hiatus, was honoured with a special jersey by the team's head coach, Ricky Ponting, ahead of his 100th IPL match for DC.

The match, against Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Jaipur, holds special significance as Pant becomes the first player to achieve this feat for the franchise.

Watch: Rishabh Pant gets special jersey on 100th IPL game

Surpassing past legendary players like Amit Mishra, Shreyas Iyer and David Warner in appearances, Pant's journey with DC has been nothing short of extraordinary.

Pant's return to cricket after a 14-month break due to a car accident adds a poignant touch to this milestone. The heartwarming moment of receiving the special jersey was shared with his teammates and captivated the attention of cricket enthusiasts worldwide.

With an impressive record of 2856 runs in 99 matches at an average of 34.41 and a strike rate of 147.90, Pant's prowess with the bat is undeniable. His leadership since 2021 has been pivotal in shaping DC's strategies and fortunes in the IPL.

Despite a valiant effort in his comeback match against Punjab Kings (PBKS), where he showcased his batting and wicket-keeping skills, DC fell short of victory.

However, with the IPL 2024 campaign underway, hopes are high for Pant to continue delivering stellar performances and solidify his position in the T20 World Cup 2024 squad.

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