Despite Pant’s ongoing recovery from a car accident, he is expected to captain the Delhi Capitals in the 2024 IPL season.
MS Dhoni has had a remarkable career in the IPL, especially with CSK. Speculation has been rife about his future in the league, but to the delight of his fans, Dhoni has officially announced his return to lead CSK in the upcoming 2024 season, putting an end to retirement rumors. Even at the age of 42, he continues to be a crucial and influential figure in the IPL.
However, with uncertainties surrounding Dhoni’s participation in the IPL for the 2025 season, Deep Dasgupta has made a bold statement in a social media video. Dasgupta believes that it wouldn’t be surprising if CSK considers Rishabh Pant as Dhoni’s replacement, as both players have a similar mindset.
“Don’t be surprised if they get Rishabh Pant by IPL 2025. MS Dhoni and Rishabh Pant are very close. Obviously, Rishabh adores MS, and MS also likes him very much. They spend a lot of time together. Their connection and Rishabh’s thinking are very similar, considering he is very attacking and positive. He’s always talking about winning and what not,” said Dasgupta.
Rishabh Pant, who is currently preparing for his return to competitive cricket, has joined the Delhi Capitals training camp in Kolkata. However, he has refrained from participating in the training sessions during his visit.Pant’s last appearance for India was in the Test match against Bangladesh in Mirpur in December last year. He then survived a near-fatal accident when his car collided with a divider and caught fire.