Rishabh Pant IPL captaincy News

Rishabh Pant was picked by the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for a whopping amount of Rs 27 crore in the 2025 IPL auction. However, the 27-year-old Pant failed to live up to the expectations in the IPL 2025 season, scoring just 269 runs in 14 matches in his first stint as LSG captain. Despite his underwhelming performance, LSG are likely to persist with Pant for IPL 2026 season. However, LSG are expected to make strategic realignments before the next season. The Lucknow-based franchise might consider releasing some under-performing players before the IPL 2026 auction and buy some impactful performers. Here's list of players Lucknow Super Giants might release before the IPL 2026 auction: 

Rishabh Pant and LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka's heated exchange during IPL 2025 sparked controversy, highlighting tensions within the team.

Rishabh Pant and LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka’s on-field chat during DC vs LSG in IPL 2025 sparked controversy after Lucknow’s dramatic loss.

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will start their IPL 2025 campaign with a thrilling clash against Delhi Capitals on March 24 at Dr YS Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam. Under the captaincy of Rishabh Pant, who became the most expensive player in IPL auction history at Rs 27 crores, LSG will look to win their maiden IPL title during the upcoming season.  Here's LSG's predicted playing XI for the IPL 2025: 

MS Dhoni and Rishabh Pant's singing and dancing at Sakshi Pant's wedding went viral, delighting fans with their celebratory spirit.

Rishabh Pant has been officially appointed as the new captain of Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) ahead of the 2025 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Pant, who formerly captained Delhi Capitals, was secured by LSG for a record-breaking Rs 27 crore during the IPL 2025 mega auction. 

LSG, owned by Sanjiv Goenka, debuted in IPL 2022 and made a strong impression by reaching the playoffs in their first two seasons under KL Rahul’s leadership.

Rishabh Pant, DC’s leading run-scorer, has had a tough year recovering from injuries, but his return to competitive cricket in 2024 has been nothing short of remarkable.

As the IPL 2024 season approaches, anticipation mounts for Pant's return to action. Despite his prolonged absence, the cricketing fraternity has remained steadfast in its support for the dynamic wicketkeeper-batsman.