Rishabh Pant is training with former India wicketkeeper-batter MS Dhoni in Ranchi ahead of the upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka. Multiple reports say Pant has been preparing in the lead-up to the matches after completing his recent IPL season. The series is described as important for India’s push in the World Test Championship, with India needing strong performances during the Sri Lanka leg.
Dhoni is also present at the training venue, with a photo of them together drawing attention online. However, Dhoni is not reported to be returning to competitive cricket at this stage. The accounts attribute his absence from match play to injury-related concerns.
One outlet also notes that Dhoni is being considered for a mentorship role with Chennai Super Kings. Across the reports, the central focus remains on Pant’s pre-series training with Dhoni and Dhoni’s continued involvement in cricket in a non-playing capacity, alongside his ongoing recovery.
