Ricky Ponting, renowned for his impeccable pull shots, has left an indelible mark on cricket history with his batting prowess. With an illustrious international career that saw him amass a staggering number of runs, Ponting’s leadership acumen also shone as he guided Australia to multiple ODI World Cup triumphs.
Transitioning from player to coach and broadcaster post his retirement in December 2012, Ponting has continued to influence the game significantly. Currently, he is lending his expertise to the Delhi Capitals in the IPL 2024.
Recently, Ponting took a moment to share his wisdom on executing the perfect pull shot with budding cricketer Angkrish Raghuvanshi after DC’s clash with Kolkata Knight Riders. A snippet of their interaction has been circulating on social media, showcasing Ponting’s dedication to nurturing talent.
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Representing KKR in the IPL, Raghuvanshi has made a promising start to his career, displaying his potential with the bat in eight matches, where he has scored 118 runs at an impressive strike rate of 161.64. His talent was first recognized on the international stage during the 2022 ICC U-19 World Cup, where he emerged as India’s top run-scorer, contributing significantly to their championship victory.
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Young Angkrish Raghuvanshi receives some valuable post-match lessons from the @DelhiCapitals Head Coach @RickyPonting 👏👏#TATAIPL | #KKRvDC | @KKRiders pic.twitter.com/njsBi1S6ED
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) April 29, 2024
In the recent IPL encounter between DC and KKR, DC’s batting struggled to make an impact, posting a modest total of 153/9 in their allotted 20 overs. Varun Chakravarthy’s exceptional bowling performance, clinching three wickets while conceding only 16 runs, restricted DC’s scoring opportunities.
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Despite Kuldeep Yadav’s valiant unbeaten knock of 35 runs off 26 balls, DC’s efforts fell short as KKR chased down the target comfortably, propelled by opener Phil Salt’s explosive half-century. KKR secured their sixth win of the season, underscoring their dominance in the tournament.
As KKR prepares for their next IPL clash against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium, the team will aim to maintain their winning momentum, buoyed by their recent success against DC.
