Rishabh Pant Honors Men Who Rescued Him After 2022 Car Crash

The Indian cricketer gifted scooters to two factory workers who saved his life following a near-fatal accident in Uttarakhand.

Rishabh Pant suffered a severe car accident in December 2022, resulting in significant injuries, including a ligament tear and forehead cuts, sidelining him from cricket for over a year.
Factory workers Rajat Kumar and Nishu Kumar rescued Pant by pulling him from the wreckage and taking him to the hospital, unaware of his identity at the time.
As a gesture of gratitude, Pant gifted scooters to the two men after his recovery, a heartfelt act that has garnered widespread admiration online.
Pant's recovery journey included multiple surgeries and extensive rehabilitation, culminating in his return to competitive cricket during the IPL 2024 and subsequent Test matches.
The gesture highlights Pant's resilience and gratitude as he continues to rebuild his career following the life-threatening incident.