IPL 2021: West Indies Legend Brian Lara says Rishabh Pant is the “most improved batsman in India”

West Indies batting legend Brian Lara, the host of the Select Dugout show that airs on Stat sports select where experts break down IPL by batting performance, team strategies, bowling attack, fielding placement, and much more.

Ahead of today’s match between Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Brian Lara said Delhi Capitals Rishabh Pant is “the most improved batsman in India” as he carefully went ahead to break down how Pant has improved over the years as a batsman in the league.

Taking the bat, Lara explained how Rishabh Pant was a young batsman who played impulsive shots without proper planning, leading him to score a few quick runs but not being able to stand strong on the crease and score big for the team. Lara took a moment to recall Pant’s performance in test matches against Australia and England to weigh on his skills, Lara explained how Pant has improved over the years with his experience on the pitch and how he has taken the responsibility of batting as a captain of the team.

Lara also said that ahead of a big match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Pant needs to set his foot and make it count for the team to get the win against the top-tier opponent.

“@RishabhPant17 maybe the most improved batsman in India.” – @BrianLara

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