Rishabh Pant Returns to Practice Nets for Team India at T20 World Cup, Expresses Enjoyment

India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has made a triumphant return to the Indian team after nearly 17 months, attending his first net session with the squad in New York ahead of the T20 World Cup warm-up match against Bangladesh on June 1. Pant, who recently led the Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League, showcased his form by scoring 446 runs in the tournament, including three half-centuries, and finishing as the highest run-getter for the franchise.

In a video posted by BCCI, Pant expressed his joy at reuniting with his teammates after a long period of rehabilitation at the National Cricket Academy. He emphasized the special feeling of wearing the Indian jersey again and the excitement of playing in a new country like the US.

Pant also mentioned the challenges of adapting to the different conditions in the US, including the brighter sun and new pitches. Despite these adjustments, he is determined to make the most of his opportunity and contribute to the team’s success in the upcoming T20 World Cup.

India is set to kick off their T20 World Cup campaign with a match against Ireland on June 5, followed by a highly anticipated showdown against arch-rivals Pakistan on June 9. Pant’s return to the team has generated a buzz among fans and cricket enthusiasts, as they eagerly await his performance on the international stage once again.