2024 IPL: A Crucial Stage for Global Stars Ahead of T20 World Cup
The upcoming IPL 2024 will see an array of international cricketers battling it out across 10 teams, all vying for the coveted IPL Trophy. This tournament will also serve as a platform for players to enhance their international prospects ahead of the T20 World Cup.
Rishabh Pant: A Comeback Story
Following a severe accident in December 2022, Rishabh Pant is set to make his return to competitive cricket in the IPL 2024. Despite his consistent performance in Test cricket, his T20I career has yet to reach the same heights. His IPL performance could be a turning point.
In the latest ICC Review, Ricky Ponting, Delhi Capitals coach and ICC Hall of Famer, shares his insights on how Pant will reintegrate into the IPL setup. Leading the Delhi Capitals, Pant has a golden opportunity to prove his fitness and form ahead of the T20 World Cup.
Virat Kohli: Aiming for a Strong Comeback
Having played only two T20Is since the last T20 World Cup in Australia, Virat Kohli will be looking to leverage the upcoming IPL games with Royal Challengers Bengaluru to strengthen his position in the Indian team.
Kohli’s record speaks for itself, but he might focus on improving his strike rate to enhance his role as a sheet anchor. His experience and ability to deliver crucial knocks at key stages of the T20 World Cups make him a valuable asset.
Hardik Pandya: A Journey of Recovery
Hardik Pandya’s international career has been marred by injuries in recent years. His most recent setback occurred during the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023, where he sustained an ankle injury during a match against Bangladesh, forcing an early end to his campaign.
Since then, Pandya has embarked on a rigorous journey of recovery, marked by significant changes, including his return to his former IPL team, the Mumbai Indians, where he will now serve as captain in the upcoming season.
A successful and injury-free IPL campaign would not only mark his return to form but also bolster his chances of reclaiming a spot in the potential squad for the T20 World Cup.