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Rishabh Pant Fights for ODI Comeback Amidst Rising Stars
3 Oct
Summary
- Pant has not played an ODI for India in over two years.
- He faces tough competition from KL Rahul, Ishan Kishan, and Dhruv Jurel.
- Pant is determined to make a comeback despite setbacks and competition.
Rishabh Pant's position in India's white-ball squad has become increasingly uncertain, with more than two years having passed since his last ODI appearance.
Pant, who has played fewer ODIs than Tests and T20Is, was recently omitted from the squad for the West Indies series. This setback follows his year-long absence from cricket due to an accident, during which KL Rahul cemented his place as the primary ODI wicketkeeper-batter.
The competition for the wicketkeeper's role has intensified with Ishan Kishan and Dhruv Jurel also vying for a spot. Pant's T20I prospects are also less secure, with Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan often preferred.
Despite acknowledging that being dropped is painful, Pant remains resolute in his determination to return, stating that setbacks are an inherent part of an athlete's journey. He is focused on his training and clarity of purpose to reclaim his place in the national team.
