Warner Applauds Pant's Resilience, Thanks DC Faithful
In a heartfelt Instagram post, David Warner expressed his gratitude to the Delhi Capitals (DC) faithful for their unwavering support throughout the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season. Despite the franchise's failure to reach the playoffs, Warner praised Rishabh Pant's remarkable comeback following a horrific car accident in December 2022.
Now that the IPL has concluded, I would like to express my sincere thanks, wrote Warner. Firstly, congratulations to the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for their well-deserved triumph. Their consistency throughout the tournament was exceptional.
Reflecting on DC's campaign, Warner acknowledged that it was a challenging year for the team, which finished sixth in the standings. However, he highlighted the impressive performances of the team's young players.
Warner reserved special praise for Pant, who emerged as DC's leading run-scorer with 446 runs in 13 matches. It was truly inspiring to witness Rishabh's return to action, stated Warner. His dedication and commitment in the face of adversity were simply fantastic.
Warner's own IPL campaign was interrupted by a thumb injury that kept him out of a few matches. Despite scoring 168 runs in 8 appearances, Warner was replaced by the young Australian batter Jake Fraser-McGurk, who impressed with his explosive hitting.
Despite the disappointment of missing out on the playoffs, Warner maintained his reputation for sportsmanship. He hailed Pant's resilience and commended the team's efforts throughout the season.
Warner also thanked the DC fans for their unwavering support. To our fans, the 'DC Toli,' I want to express our gratitude for your unwavering loyalty and encouragement, he wrote. Your enthusiasm kept us motivated throughout the journey.
As he prepares for his final World Cup appearance for Australia in the upcoming T20 edition, Warner bid farewell to the IPL until the next season. Until next time, Warner concluded.
