Rishabh Pant may leave Delhi Capitals after Ricky Ponting, likely to join MS Dhoni's CSK

In a surprising turn of events, the cricketing world was left stunned on Saturday as Australian legend Ricky Ponting announced his departure from the Delhi Capitals (DC) franchise. Ponting’s exit has fueled speculation that Rishabh Pant, who shares a close bond with the former coach, is also set to leave the team.

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Rishabh Pant may leave Delhi Capitals after Ricky Ponting

Rishabh Pant, who won the T20 World Cup 2024, was appointed as the captain of Delhi Capitals IPL franchise in 2021 following Shreyas Iyer’s departure. During his two-year tenure, Pant showcased his exceptional leadership skills, guiding the team with determination and skill. Unfortunately, a serious accident forced him to miss the IPL 2023 season, but Pant's incredible fightback saw him return to the sport in 2024.

Returning to lead the team in IPL 2024, Rishabh Pant’s leadership and batting prowess were pivotal for DC. He amassed 446 runs from 13 innings, and his contributions helped the team secure a fifth-place finish. 

However, with Ricky Ponting’s departure, rumors have begun swirling about Rishabh Pant’s future with the Delhi-based franchise. Speculation is rife that Pant might be moving to Chennai Super Kings (CSK), MS Dhoni's team. The possibility of Pant joining CSK has created a buzz in the cricketing community, with fans eagerly anticipating the potential pairing of Dhoni and Pant.

Although there has been no official confirmation regarding Rishabh Pant's move, the rumors have certainly sparked intrigue and excitement. Pant’s potential switch to CSK could see him shine even brighter under the mentorship of Dhoni, who has been instrumental in nurturing young talent and building a formidable team.

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Rishabh Pant also returned to international this year and even featured in the T20 World Cup 2024 for India. The Men in Blue won the tournament after defeating South Africa in the final. Pant personally did not have a great World Cup as he failed to put on a good show with the bat. However, Pant is expected to play a major role for India in upcoming tournaments including the World Test Championship and ICC Champions Trophy.