Rishabh Pant Makes Red Ball Return in Duleep Trophy 2024

The Duleep Trophy 2024 has commenced, marking a significant event in India’s domestic cricket season. This year’s tournament aims to revitalize interest and participation in the prestigious red-ball cricket format.

On the opening day in Bengaluru, Rishabh Pant made his much-anticipated return to red-ball cricket after a hiatus of 634 days. Representing India B, Pant took the field during the match against India A. His return is closely watched as he looks to reestablish his position in the national team.

The match saw Pant join the crease following Sarfaraz Khan‘s early dismissal. However, Pant’s performance was short-lived as he was dismissed for just seven runs, caught spectacularly by Shubman Gill.

India A captain Shubman Gill won the toss and opted to bowl first, setting the stage for a competitive encounter. The playing XIs for both teams featured several notable players, with India A including names like KL Rahul and Kuldeep Yadav, while India B had the likes of Abhimanyu Easwaran and Washington Sundar.

This tournament not only serves as a platform for players to showcase their skills but also acts as a stepping stone towards selection for the upcoming Test series against Bangladesh. Players such as Shreyas Iyer, Sarfaraz Khan, and KL Rahul will be looking to make strong impressions, as performances in this tournament could influence their national team selections.