Axar Patel supports Rishabh Pant's return to Delhi Capitals for IPL 2027
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 1:27 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Rishabh Pant has returned to Delhi Capitals ahead of IPL 2027 after a trade from Lucknow Super Giants. Team captain Axar Patel expressed his full support, emphasizing that Pant will have complete freedom and no additional pressure to perform. Patel highlighted their long-standing relationship, noting that their dynamic has always been based on mutual understanding. Despite a challenging stint with LSG where Pant's performance declined, Patel remains confident in Pant's abilities and encouraged him to enjoy his natural game. Pant's return signifies a homecoming, having previously played 111 matches for Delhi from 2016 to 2024.
- •Rishabh Pant traded back to Delhi Capitals for Rs 15 crore.
- •Axar Patel assures Pant of no extra pressure upon his return.
- •Pant previously captained Delhi Capitals from 2021 to 2024.
- •Pant's stint with Lucknow Super Giants included two disappointing seasons.
- •Patel encourages Pant to embrace his playing style and natural game.
- 1:27 PMYahoo Sports — 'Tujhe full freedom hai': Axar Patel's message to Rishabh Pant after Delhi Capitals return
"Rishabh Pant's return to Delhi Capitals for IPL 2027 has been met with full backing from captain Axar Patel. Patel emphasized Pant will have complete freedom, stressing their long-standing mutual understanding. He assured Pant there's no extra pressure, calling Delhi his home. Patel believes Pant's inherent class will shine through, encouraging him to enjoy his natural game.
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