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'We Might Not See Rishabh Pant In The Next IPL...,' Ishant Sharma Makes Big Revelations On Pant's Fitness

image-lkfarmu9Rishabh Pant in Test cricket (Twitter)

Rishabh Pant, the Indian wicketkeeper-batsman, has been making headlines with his remarkable recovery journey after a harrowing car crash last year.

In a recent statement, Indian pacer Ishant Sharma has raised uncertainties about the much-anticipated return of wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant to competitive cricket, particularly in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL). 

Having undergone surgery to address multiple injuries, Rishabh Pant has shown commendable determination by resuming his batting and wicketkeeping practice in the nets, following the prescribed fitness routine set by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

During a recent discussion on Jio Cinema, Ishant expressed his apprehensions.

Here's what Sharma said:

"I feel we might not see Rishabh Pant in the next IPL as well because it is not a small injury. It was a very serious accident. He has just started batting and wicketkeeping and to run and turn after that, there are a lot of things, which is not easy for a wicketkeeper and a batter,"

He further added:

"The good thing is that he didn't have a second surgery. If he had undergone a second surgery, he would have been out for even longer. He has had one surgery now but I don't think he will be fit for the World Cup for sure. Hopefully, if he gets fit for the IPL, it will be great."

The 2023 IPL season witnessed the absence of Rishabh Pant from the Delhi Capitals' lineup, a notable setback for the team. The void left by Pant was evident, as the team managed to secure only the ninth position in the tournament. However, hopes were high that the player would make a triumphant comeback for the next IPL.