Pant underwent an extensive rehabilitation and recovery process at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru following a life-threatening road accident in December 2022. \"I\u2019m excited and nervous at the same time. It feels like I\u2019m going to make my debut again. To be able to play cricket again after everything I\u2019ve been through is nothing short of a miracle.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"I\u2019m grateful to all my well-wishers and fans, and most importantly, the BCCI and staff at NCA. All their love and support continues to give me immense strength,\" said Pant in a release issued by the franchise ahead of joining DC\u2019s pre-season camp in Visakhapatnam on Wednesday.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pant has been cleared by the NCA to play as a wicketkeeper-batter, though DC picked other keeping options in Abishek Porel, Ricky Bhui and Kumar Kushagra in case he doesn\u2019t keep wickets initially. DC will play their first two home games \u2013 against Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders - at Visakhapatnam.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"I\u2019m excited to return to Delhi Capitals & the IPL \u2013 a tournament I enjoy so much. Our team owners and support staff have been by my side throughout with their full support, guidance and co-operation at every step, for which I am deeply grateful. I can\u2019t wait to re-unite with my DC family and play in front of the fans again,\" said Pant.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pant\u2019s availability means his return to cricket could come on March 23, when Delhi open their season with an away match against Punjab Kings at Mohali. \"We\u2019re delighted to welcome Rishabh back to the Delhi Capitals family. The kind of grit and resilience he has displayed in overcoming challenges is inspirational to say the least.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"We\u2019re humbled to have been a part of his journey to recovery, which has been exceptional. Rishabh\u2019s return is one of the most highly anticipated ones in recent times, and I can\u2019t wait to see him compete again,\" said Parth Jindal, DC\u2019s Chairman & Co-owner.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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