According to Jay Shah, secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Rishabh Pant is eligible to compete in the Men’s T20 World Cup in 2024, provided he is well enough to hold a wicket. The United States of America and the West Indies will serve as co-hosts for the eagerly anticipated ICC event, which is set to begin on June 1.
Following a potentially fatal vehicle accident in December 2022, Pant has not been able to perform. The child had significant right knee damage as a result of the horrific tragedy, necessitating surgery. But he’s recovered well enough, and the Delhi Capitals say he will probably lead the team in the upcoming Indian Premier League, which begins on March 22.
“Rishabh Pant is keeping up nicely and batting brilliantly. We’ll quickly proclaim him fit. It would be very significant for us if he could represent us in the T20 World Cup. He is really helpful to us. He can play in the World Cup if he can keep it. Let’s see how he performs in the IPL,” ESPNCricinfo cited Shah as saying.
Shami’s expected return is for the upcoming home Test series versus Bangladesh: Jay Shah
Mohammed Shami is anticipated to play again against Bangladesh later this year when India plays two Tests and three Twenty20 Internationals against them, Shah added. Shami returned to India from abroad following his surgery. The top pacer for Team India, Shami, underwent ankle surgery in his right Achilles last month. He is currently recuperating. Speaking further, the BCCI secretary revealed that KL Rahul is presently receiving rehabilitation at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru.
India’s recent five-match Test series against England was missed by Shami. However, Rahul’s right quadriceps caused him to miss the last four Test matches against the Ben Stokes-led team. In the 2024 IPL, the wicketkeeper-batter is anticipated to captain the Lucknow Super Giants.
“Shami is back in India after completing his surgery. Shami is expected to make his comeback for the home series over Bangladesh. Shah continued, “KL Rahul needed an injection. He is at the NCA and has started rehab.”\
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