Rishabh Pant set to return to international cricket after car accident injuries

Indian wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant is set to make a remarkable comeback to international cricket after a life-threatening car accident last year. Pant, who required reconstruction surgery on a ligament in his right knee and also suffered injuries to his back and head in the crash, has been included in India’s T20 World Cup squad.

The 26-year-old has not played for India since the accident in December 2022 but made a successful return to cricket in the ongoing Indian Premier League, where he has scored 398 runs in 11 matches with a high score of 88 not out.

India will kick off their World Cup campaign against Ireland on 5 June, with all their matches in the initial group stage scheduled to take place in the United States. The tournament’s co-hosts, along with West Indies, will see India face off against arch-rivals Pakistan in a highly anticipated match in New York on Sunday, 9 June.

Pant’s inclusion in the squad is a testament to his determination and resilience in overcoming the challenges posed by his injuries. India’s T20 World Cup squad, led by Rohit Sharma, also features the likes of Virat Kohli, Hardik Pandya, and Jasprit Bumrah, with Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sanju Samson making the cut as well.

With a strong squad at their disposal, India will be looking to make a mark in the upcoming tournament and Pant’s return adds an extra layer of excitement for fans eagerly awaiting his comeback on the international stage.