DC Assistant Coach Amre Praises Rishabh’s Vintage Bat Swing After First Training Session

Visakhapatnam, March 14 (IANS) As Delhi Capitals players walked into the nets at the ACA–VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam, all eyes were on star wicketkeeper batter Rishabh Pant as everyone was eagerly waiting to see how he would cope with his first workout in the stadium after recovering from a near-fatal injury. Pant is set to return to action after a 14-month recovery and rehabilitation period. With the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 just around the corner, Delhi Capitals had their first extensive training session and Pant was the star attraction on Wednesday.

Delhi Capitals’ Assistant Coach Pravin Amre expressed his delight at Pant’s return, saying, “It didn’t feel like he was batting after a long time, the bat swing was vintage. We have to give credit to him, the way he has worked hard throughout the year is not easy. It shows how mentally strong and hungry he is.”

Amre also shared his thoughts on the team’s first training session, stating, “We wanted to get together and get a feel of the wicket. There were newcomers as well, so we wanted to welcome them and enjoy the session as a team.”

Delhi Capitals will begin their IPL campaign against Punjab Kings on Match 23 at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Stadium in Mohali. The team will play their first two home matches in Visakhapatnam, a decision Amre explained by saying, “Vizag has always been a high-scoring ground and that’s what we wanted. It has got that true bounce and we are just looking forward to seeing what it has to offer.”

As the team prepares for the upcoming season, Amre emphasized the importance of starting on a good note, stating, “It is important to provide that kind of surface where our players give their best for the team.” Delhi Capitals will also be playing practice matches to ensure they are fresh and prepared for their first game in Mohali.