Rishabh Pant, Delhi Capitals: Recently, Parth Jindal, the co-owner of Delhi Capitals (DC) in the Indian Premier League (IPL), made a significant statement. He mentioned that the reason for the team parting ways with former captain Rishabh Pant was not about money. This revelation surprised many cricket fans and experts, especially since there were numerous questions surrounding Pant’s position in the team. Hemang Badani’s Insights- Now, the new coach of DC, Hemang Badani, has also shared his thoughts on the matter. He clarified that the Delhi Capitals wanted to keep Pant, but it was Pant who decided to enter the auction. According to Badani, the franchise wished for Pant to remain with the team, but Pant chose to pursue a new direction in his career by opting for the auction.
Impact of Pant’s Departure- Under Rishabh Pant’s captaincy, the Delhi Capitals performed well, and his fitness and the team’s future plans were crucial. Pant’s exit was a significant blow for the team, but it also opened up opportunities for the franchise to strengthen its lineup with new players. It will be interesting to see how Pant’s decision affects the upcoming season for the Delhi Capitals and which player steps up to fill his shoes. Pant’s Auction Earnings- Badani commented on the amount Pant received in the IPL auction, stating that Pant believed he could earn more than the maximum retention amount of ₹18 crore and he was right, as he ended up getting ₹27 crore Badani viewed this as a great opportunity for Pant, acknowledging that he is an excellent player and that the team will miss him. On the other hand, Rishabh Pant mentioned in a video that his decision regarding retention was not solely about money. This indicates that there were other important factors for him that influenced his choice not to stay with the franchise.
