'Rishabh Pant handled the recovery process like a champ...'

NEW DELHI: As Rishabh Pant prepares for his much-anticipated comeback to competitive cricket in the IPL 2024 clash between Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings, the support and encouragement he received from fellow cricketer Nicholas Pooran during his recovery journey are highlighted.

Pooran, who himself faced adversity after surviving a car crash, empathized with Pant's struggle to return to the cricket field after a life-threatening car accident in December 2022.

Expressing his joy for Pant's comeback, Pooran remarked in an exclusive conversation with IANS, "I think everyone is looking forward to seeing how he goes, and I am really excited and very happy for him."

Recognizing the challenges Pant faced during his recovery, Pooran reached out to him to provide moral support and guidance. He emphasized the importance of having a supportive network during tough times, stating, "You just need people to be there to support you, and I was trying to do exactly that."

Throughout their conversations, Pooran offered words of encouragement and shared his own experiences of overcoming adversity. He recalled reassuring Pant that he would eventually return to cricket, emphasizing the importance of staying positive during challenging moments.

Pant's journey to recovery demanded patience and resilience, traits that Pooran admired in him. He noted, "He handled the recovery process admirably like a champ, so well done to him."

1/8:5 rules that are used in IPL but not in T20Is

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2/8:Bouncer Rule

<p>In IPL, two bouncers per over will be allowed from the upcoming season, while T20Is restrict bowlers to only one bouncer per over.</p>Agencies

3/8:Impact Player Rule

<p>Introduced in IPL 2023, the Impact Player Rule allows teams to substitute the 12th player at any moment, a feature not present in T20Is.</p>Agencies

4/8:DRS for No-Ball and Wide-Ball

<p>IPL teams can utilize the Decision Review System (DRS) for no-ball and wide-ball calls, a rule not yet adopted in international cricket.</p>Agencies

5/8:Strategic Timeout

<p>IPL permits two strategic timeouts of 2 minutes and 30 seconds each during the 20-over innings, providing tactical breaks, unlike T20Is.</p>Agencies

6/8:Smart Replay Technology

<p>In IPL, smart replay technology has been introduced, eliminating the broadcaster's role and enabling direct communication between the third umpire and hawk-eye operators for close decisions, a feature absent in T20Is.</p>Agencies

7/8:Stop Clock Rule (T20 World Cup 2024)

<p>ICC's Stop Clock Rule, set for implementation from T20 World Cup 2024, requires teams to start a new over within 60 seconds after the previous one ends, penalizing delays with five runs for each subsequent breach, a rule yet to be introduced in IPL.</p>Agencies

8/8:Summary of Unique IPL Rules

<p>IPL features unique rules such as multiple bouncers per over, the Impact Player Rule, DRS for no-ball and wide-ball, strategic timeouts, and smart replay technology, setting it apart from T20Is.</p>Agencies

5 rules that are used in IPL but not in T20Is

Witnessing Pant's progress, including moments like being crutches free and returning to the nets, brought immense joy to Pooran.

He emphasized the significance of these small victories in the recovery journey, stating, "Those little victorious moments mean a lot."

As Pant prepares to resume his role on the cricket field, Pooran believes that embracing every moment and having fun will be key to his success. He expressed confidence in Pant's ability to thrive in his multiple roles, including batting, wicketkeeping, and captaining Delhi Capitals.

Pant's resilience and determination serve as an inspiration to many, and his return to cricket symbolizes his unwavering belief in himself. With the support of friends like Pooran, Pant's journey from adversity to triumph exemplifies the power of perseverance and faith.

(With inputs from IANS)