IPL 2024 Injury Updates: Rishabh Pant Declared Fit, Mohammed Shami & Prasidh Krishna Ruled Out. The BCCI declared Rishabh Pant ‘fit’ to play as a wicketkeeper-batter in the upcoming Indian Premier League, thrilling fans of Delhi Capitals on Tuesday. This significant update comes after Pant’s challenging 14-month recovery journey following a serious road accident on December 30th, 2022.
The BCCI, in a media release, announced that Rishabh Pant has completed a rigorous 14-month rehabilitation and recovery process following a serious road accident near Roorkee, Uttarakhand, on December 30th, 2022, and has been declared fit to play as a wicketkeeper-batsman for the upcoming TATA IPL 2024.
Pant showed remarkable determination and resilience during his rehabilitation, demonstrating his strong dedication to getting back into cricket. His comeback is a major milestone, not just for him but also for Delhi Capitals, who are preparing for the IPL. Pant’s return brings depth and energy to the team.
The BCCI has confirmed that injured pacers Mohammed Shami and Prasidh Krishna will not be participating in the upcoming IPL 2024 season. Regarding India’s World Cup 2023 hero, the board stated. “The fast bowler underwent successful surgery on February 26th, 2024, for his right heel problem. Md Shami is currently under observation by the BCCI medical team and will not be part of the upcoming 17th season of Indian Premier League.”
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Regarding Prasidh Krishna, the board stated, “The fast bowler had surgery on February 23rd, 2024, for his left proximal quadriceps tendon. Currently, the BCCI Medical Team is monitoring him, and he will start rehabilitation at the National Cricket Academy soon. He won’t be able to participate in the upcoming TATA IPL 2024.”
