Pant has been in decent nick in IPL 2022, striking at 146.94 in six matches and scoring 144 runs at an average of 36. With the top order in sensational form, the Capitals’ skipper has performed in almost every match as a finisher. However, Pant remains a game-changer with the bat.
Speaking to ESPN Cricinfo, Manjrekar believes Pant’s batting is not a concern and stated that he was never a consistent IPL performer. The 56-year old backs the southpaw to deliver in pressure games. He said:
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Manjrekar was also asked whether the Delhi Capitals are making a strong case to reach the top four. He admitted that they did and also mentioned that David Warner and Prithvi Shaw have forged a formidable top order. He said:
Manjrekar continued:
Since Warner joined Shaw at the top, the Capitals have had partnerships of 67, 93, 50, and 83. However, with three wins and three losses, the Capitals remain inconsistent.
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“I feel Rishabh Pant has gone out of the way to support Kuldeep Yadav” - Sanjay Manjrekar
Manjrekar also feels that the Capitals are beginning to look a potent bowling unit and noted Kuldeep Yadav’s rise. He credited the Capitals’ think-tank for reviving the wrist-spinner and utilizing the bowlers as effectively, saying:
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According to the IPL schedule, the Capitals will face the Rajasthan Royals at the Wankhede Stadium on Friday in Mumbai. The latter are in third, having won four out of six matches.
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