Rishabh Pant | Source: X.com
The Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Jay Shah, has stated that Rishabh Pant is a big asset for Team India, and if he is fit enough to play in the T20 World Cup 2024 in June, it will be a big positive for India.
Notably, Rishabh Pant has received clearance from the NCA to participate in IPL 2024. However, it remains to be seen whether he will feature primarily as a wicketkeeper or solely as a batter for Delhi Capitals, where he also captains the team.
However, Jay Shah has set a condition for Rishabh Pant to be considered for the T20 World Cup 2024. He believes that if Rishabh Pant can perform better as a wicketkeeper, then he can represent India in the T20 World Cup 2024.
Jay Shah | Source: X.com
Here’s what Jay Shah told PTI:
“Pant is batting well, keeping well – we will declare him fit soon – if he can play the T20 WC for us, that will be a big thing, he is an asset – if he can keep, he can play the WC, let’s see how he does in IPL.”
The spotlight will be on Rishabh Pant as he returns to action after more than a year. If he can replicate his pre-injury form, it will significantly bolster Team India’s prospects in the T20 World Cup 2024, especially in the wicketkeeper role they are eyeing.
