Chopra pointed out that Pant\u2019s tendency to play risky shots has often worked against him and recommended that he should return to fundamental techniques in order to regain his position in the Indian T20I setup.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThe scrutiny around Rishabh Pant is justified. He is a prisoner of his own reputation for playing unorthodox shots and rarely looks to grind out runs when the situation demands it. Last season, despite opportunities to take time and rebuild his form, he continued to play risky shots, which drew criticism,\" Chopra said on JioHotstar.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"Having been part of India\u2019s T20 World Cup-winning squad in Barbados, he is now completely out of the conversation for the national side. The selectors and management went from selecting a middle-order keeper to an opener keeper and a keeper who can bat at three. While the IPL is massive, representing India remains the ultimate priority, and losing that spot means it\u2019s time for him to go back to the drawing board,\" he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Chopra also highlighted that Pant's unique way of viewing the game has set him apart. He also revealed that Pant's batting approach despite bringing good results in test was not liked by former Indian coach Rahul Dravid.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cWe sometimes fail to understand what Rishabh Pant brings to the table and how he sees the game unfold. In Test cricket, he had conversations with Rahul Dravid when he was the Head Coach. Rahul bhai was not very happy with Pant\u2019s batting approach. To give credit where it\u2019s due, Pant sees the game very differently from most of us who see it conventionally,\" he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Chopra added that Pant's willingness to seek guidance from former all rounder Yuvraj Singh is a positive sign, indicating his intent to evolve and improve the game.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cWe sometimes fail to understand what Rishabh Pant brings to the table and how he sees the game unfold. In Test cricket, he had conversations with Rahul Dravid when he was the Head Coach. Rahul bhai was not very happy with Pant\u2019s batting approach. To give credit where it\u2019s due, Pant sees the game very differently from most of us who see it conventionally,\" he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pant scored just 269 runs in the 13 matches he played last season at an poor average of 24.45. His form will be in focus when LSG begin their campaign in IPL 2026 against Delhi Capitals at their home ground, Ekana Stadium on April 1.<\/p>\r\n\r\n