Mumbai, Feb. 4 -- Indian wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant on Wednesday said that his recovery from injury is progressing steadily and he is hopeful of returning to competitive cricket soon.

He said this on the sidelines of the World Pickleball League, where he was present in his capacity as co-owner of Mumbai Pickle Power, according to a release.

Pant was seen engaging with young fans as part of the team's grassroots outreach initiative, which involved over 150 children. Pant is continuing his rehabilitation at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru.

"My fitness is getting better day-by-day. I am working hard in the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru, and I feel I am going to be out on the playing field soon," Pant said, whilst sp...