Rishabh Pant, the dynamic wicketkeeper-batsman, is leading the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the IPL 2025 season after being acquired for a record-breaking ₹27 crore during the mega auction, making him the most expensive player in IPL history. The Times of India+3The Indian Express+3Sportskeeda+3
🏏 Performance Highlights in IPL 2025
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April 14 vs. Chennai Super Kings (CSK): Pant showcased his prowess with a resilient 63 off 49 balls, including a signature reverse ramp shot, helping LSG post a total of 166. IPL T20+1ESPN Cricinfo+1
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April 19 vs. Rajasthan Royals (RR): In a challenging match, Pant managed only 3 runs off 9 balls, leading to criticism from fans regarding his impact as a player. Sportskeeda
🔄 Transition from Delhi Capitals to LSG
Pant’s move from Delhi Capitals (DC) to LSG was a significant shift in the IPL landscape. Despite DC’s attempt to retain him using the Right-To-Match (RTM) card, they couldn’t match LSG’s final bid, ending Pant’s long association with DC. India Today+1The Indian Express+1The Times of India+1India Today+1
📅 Upcoming Fixtures for Lucknow Super Giants
Here are LSG’s upcoming matches in IPL 2025:ESPN Cricinfo
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PBKSRishabh Pant – Captain of Lucknow Super Giants (IPL 2025)
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Team: Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
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Role: Wicketkeeper-Batsman & Captain
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Auction Price: ₹27 Crore (Highest in IPL History)
Pant was bought by LSG in the 2025 mega auction after a fierce bidding war, despite Delhi Capitals (his long-time franchise) trying to retain him using the Right-To-Match (RTM) card. However, they couldn’t match LSG’s final bid.
🔁 Why Did Pant Leave Delhi Capitals?
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After being the face of Delhi Capitals (DC) for many years, the team management was hesitant to spend over ₹25 crore due to budget constraints.
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LSG saw a leadership vacuum and went all-in on Pant, who was looking for a fresh start after his recovery from a serious car accident in 2022.
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Fans were emotionally divided — some were excited to see him lead a new team, while others felt DC should’ve done more to retain him.
🏏 Performance Highlights – IPL 2025 (So Far)
🔹 April 14, 2025 – vs Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
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Runs: 63 (49 balls)
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Key Shots: Reverse ramp, lofted drives
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Impact: Anchored the innings and revived form after a few low scores
🔹 April 19, 2025 – vs Rajasthan Royals (RR)
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Runs: 3 (9 balls)
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Outcome: Criticism from fans due to slow batting and lack of impact
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Fan Reaction: Mixed – Some blamed the pitch, others questioned form
📊 Overall Stats in IPL 2025 (as of April 19)
| Match | Opponent | Runs | Balls | SR | Result |
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| 1 | GT | 24 | 21 | 114 | Lost |
| 2 | MI | 10 | 7 | 142 | Won |
| 3 | CSK | 63 | 49 | 129 | Won |
| 4 | RR | 3 | 9 | 33 | Lost |
Average: 25
Strike Rate: 110+
Captaincy Record So Far: Mixed (2 Wins, 2 Losses)
📅 Upcoming LSG Fixtures
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April 22: vs Delhi Capitals (🔥 High-Emotion Match)
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April 27: vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru
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April 30: vs Punjab Kings
