Rishabh Pant dismisses rumors of joining RCB in IPL 2025

New DelhiNew Delhi: Delhi Capitals (DC) captain and star Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant has opened up on rumors of him joining Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and called it “fake news”. Pant was one of the highlights of the 17th edition of the IPL as he returned to cricket in December 2022 after a 14-month recovery following his horrific car accident. In IPL 2024, Pant participated in 13 matches and scored 446 runs.

However, the Delhi-based franchise finished sixth with seven wins, seven losses and 14 points and failed to make the playoffs. On his official The Indian cricketer also asked fan pages not to create an “unbelievable environment” on social media.

Responding to a fan page, Pant wrote on Instagram, “Fake news. Why do you guys spread so much fake news on social media? Be sensible. Don't create an unbelievable atmosphere without any reason. This is not the first time and not the last time either.” But I had to tell you, it's getting worse every day, it's not just you who is wrong. Spreading the information. TC.” Pant made a comeback to the Indian cricket team during the T20 World Cup 2024, when he was included in the squad for the grand tournament. The 26-year-old played eight matches in the T20 World Cup 2024 and scored 171 runs at a strike rate of 127.61.

The India wicketkeeper-batsman made his return to Test cricket in the two-match longer format series against Bangladesh in late 2022 after his near-fatal road accident. Pant scored 109 runs in 128 balls at a strike rate of 85.16 in the second innings. The 26-year-old hit 13 fours and 4 sixes during his time at the crease. His innings ended after he was dismissed by Mehdi Hasan Miraz in the 56th over of India's second innings. He is likely to be included in India's playing eleven for the second Test against Bangladesh starting on Friday in Kanpur. (ANI)

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