Pant's absence challenging for Delhi Capitals, Warner will prove to be a great captain: Ricky Ponting

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Ahmedabad, 29 March 2023

Delhi Capitals head coach and former Australia captain Ricky Ponting believes that the upcoming season of IPL will be very challenging for the Delhi Capitals team. In the absence of regular captain Rishabh Pant, other players will get a chance to prove themselves. These players will have a good chance to perform well and leave their mark in the IPL.

Rishabh's absence poses a challenge for Delhi Capitals

Talking about Rishabh Pant's absence, Ponting said that we see Rishabh's absence as a challenge. Pant is an important member of Delhi Capitals and will not be able to play for the team this season. Rishabh joined this team when he was 17-18 years old. No one can take his place in the team. In Pant's absence, other players will have a challenge to prove themselves. Other players will have a good chance to perform well this season.

Warner will prove to be a great captain for Delhi: Ponting

Talking about David Warner's captaincy, Ponting said that Warner will prove to be a great captain for Delhi Capitals. People talk about his form but I don't judge him based on his form. He has been working hard in the nets and as a very talented player as well as a captain, the team has high expectations from him.

Ponting gave this advice to BCCI

Indian players are playing more cricket. In this regard, Ponting advised the BCCI that the Indian team should maintain balance. If Umesh, Bumrah, Shami are selected in the squad for World Cup and WTC final then BCCI should rest these players and prepare new players for international matches. Balance is very important for players to stay fit for international matches.