As the Indian Premier League (IPL) prepares for its next season, the Delhi Capitals (DC) have clarified that they intend to retain skipper Rishabh Pant as their top choice. The decision, confirmed by DC co-owner Parth Jindal, ends speculation regarding Pant’s future with the franchise.
The 26-year-old wicketkeeper-batter has been integral to the Delhi Capitals since his debut. He has become the franchise’s all-time leading scorer with 3,284 runs. Pant’s consistent performances and leadership on and off the field have been instrumental in DC’s success.
As IPL teams are allowed a total of six retentions for the upcoming season, the Delhi Capitals have also decided to retain other key players, including Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav. With Pant at the helm and a strong supporting cast, the Delhi Capitals are poised to continue their pursuit of IPL glory in the coming seasons.
The Delhi Capitals (DC) are moving forward with their plan to retain star player Rishabh Pant as their top choice for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season. The 26-year-old wicketkeeper-batter has been a pivotal member of the Delhi franchise since his debut and has amassed an impressive 3,284 runs, establishing himself as the team’s all-time leading scorer.
Despite missing the 2023 IPL season due to a severe accident in December 2022, Pant made an extraordinary comeback in the 2024 season, scoring an impressive 446 runs in just 13 matches at a remarkable strike rate of 155. Additionally, his recent Test century against Bangladesh in Chennai further highlights his immense value to Delhi and Indian cricket as a whole.
According to recent reports by Cricbuzz, Rishabh Pant’s retention by Delhi Capitals was finalized after a pivotal meeting between the player and the team’s co-owner, Parth Jindal, in Mumbai. This meeting not only solidified Pant’s future with the franchise but also dispelled rumors of any disagreement between the player and management regarding his retention fee.
Delhi Capitals Aim to Secure Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav for Future IPL Seasons
As the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) prepares to announce official retention rules, sources within the Delhi Capitals (DC) ownership group have confirmed their intention to prioritize star southpaw Rishabh Pant. Despite the absence of an official announcement, Pant’s current IPL salary of INR 16 crore is widely expected to substantially increase once the board releases the details regarding team purse allocations.
With Pant’s exceptional performance on the field and his growing leadership role within the Delhi Capitals, it comes as no surprise that the franchise is eager to secure his services for the long term. As discussions continue and official rules are announced, fans and analysts alike will closely monitor the developments surrounding one of Indian cricket’s brightest young talents.
In addition to their commitment to skipper Rishabh Pant, the Delhi Capitals are set on securing other key players who have significantly contributed to the team’s success. Among these are seasoned talents Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav, who have proven invaluable assets with their effective spin bowling and ability to contain the opposition.
Furthermore, the franchise aims to retain promising overseas players such as Jake Fraser-McGurk and Tristan Stubbs, who have demonstrated their potential to significantly impact the IPL. In the uncapped player retention category, the Delhi Capitals are also eyeing young wicketkeeper-batter Abhishek Porel, whose skills and talent could prove crucial in shaping the team’s future.
With a well-rounded mix of experienced veterans and up-and-coming stars, the Delhi Capitals are strategically building a formidable squad capable of making a solid run at the IPL title. As fans eagerly await the BCCI’s official retention rules, the franchise’s dedication to securing its top players underscores its commitment to sustained success and its position as a force to be reckoned with in the upcoming IPL seasons.
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