Indian Premier League 2024: Delhi Capitals (DC) head coach Ricky Ponting and director of cricket Sourav Ganguly franchise captain Rishabh Pant (Rishabh Pant) and feels that the presence of the star wicketkeeper-batsman can turn the team’s fortunes in IPL 2024.

Ricky Ponting has been a part of the Delhi Capitals (DC) coaching staff for a long time, and he has watched Rishabh Pant closely, but he has never seen the Indian star prepare as hard for an IPL season as he does. He did it today for the season starting March 22.

Rishabh Pant looks fantastic: DC coach Ricky Ponting

Ricky Ponting was quoted by PTI as saying: “Rishabh Pant has had a lot more batting practice in the last week than in previous IPL seasons. I think maybe he wants to get that confidence back about his body. He is running himself at some different paces and playing all the shots that he plays.

He looks fantastic, and more importantly, he has a smile on his face, which we love to see. We all love his friendly demeanor and the way he brings smiles to the team. Although he is still young in age, he has really played a lot of cricket. He sets an example, he has a lot of energy and that’s why other people follow him.”

I am very surprised by the improvements Rishabh Pant has made: Sourav Ganguly

Meanwhile, Sourav Ganguly said: “Rishabh Pant is not an orthodox batsman, so you expect that character in his captaincy. No player comes prepared for the role of captain. You learn as you go and I believe captaincy comes by instinct. I look forward to seeing him in action during IPL 2024.

I am amazed at the improvements he has made. I hope it’s a good season for him, because he’s been through a lot emotionally. When you go through an injury like that, it’s never easy to bounce back and get into a rhythm. It will be great to see him back not only for Delhi Capitals, but also for the Delhi Ranji team and India as he is a special talent and player.”