Rishabh Pant's Unique Style and Sarandeep Singh's Praise for Digvesh Rathi
Rishabh Pant's On-Field Antics
Rishabh Pant, the Indian wicketkeeper-batter, is well-known for his entertaining behavior during matches. He often finds himself on the ground while scoring runs, tosses his bat in excitement, and steps out of the crease to defend deliveries. His former teammate R. Ashwin once humorously noted that both teams feel a mix of fear and excitement when Pant is at the crease.
Impressive Performance in England Series
Despite his playful antics, Pant has achieved significant success, scoring two centuries at Headingley and accumulating a total of 342 runs, making him the second-highest run-scorer for India in the ongoing series against England.
Sarandeep Singh's Support for Pant
Sarandeep Singh, a former Indian cricketer and selector, believes that Pant should remain true to his unique style. Speaking at the Delhi Premier League Season 2 auction, he expressed confidence in Pant's abilities, stating, "Rishabh Pant is an exceptional talent. He is strong-willed and fully aware of his game strategy. He follows his instincts, which is beneficial for the Indian team. I encourage him to continue this approach, as he is a remarkable and gifted player."
Sarandeep's New Role and Praise for Digvesh Rathi
Recently appointed as the head coach of the South Delhi Superstarz in the Delhi Premier League, Sarandeep has successfully recruited Digvesh Rathi, a teammate of Pant from the Lucknow Super Giants. Sarandeep expressed optimism about Rathi's potential, calling him a match-winner. He remarked, "We are thrilled to have Digvesh Rathi back. He performed exceptionally well last season and has gained confidence from his experiences at the highest level. We expect him to replicate his success for us, just as he did for Lucknow Super Giants."
Rathi's Track Record
Last season, Rathi was the leading wicket-taker for South Delhi, securing 14 wickets in 10 matches, which played a crucial role in the team's journey to the finals. He also topped the wicket charts for Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2025, taking 14 wickets in 13 matches. Now, at 25, he aims to maintain his impressive form in the upcoming DPL season, having been acquired for ₹38 lakh.