Even though Lucknow Super Giants pulled off a narrow win against Rajasthan Royals, one major concern continues to haunt them – Rishabh Pant’s poor form.

The star wicketkeeper-batter, bought for a record-breaking Rs 27 crore in the IPL 2025 mega auction, has yet to justify the hefty price tag. Barring a single innings, Pant has struggled to make any significant contribution with the bat this season.

Another Failure Against Rajasthan

On April 19, LSG faced Rajasthan Royals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. Once again, Pant disappointed with the bat. He managed to score just 3 runs off 9 balls before falling to Wanindu Hasaranga while attempting a reverse sweep. The edge flew to Dhruv Jurel behind the stumps, who completed an easy catch.

Rishabh Pant has played 8 matches this season, batting in 7 innings and scoring only 108 runs. His average stands at a disappointing 15, with a strike rate of just 98.14. So far, he has registered only one half-century—a 63-run knock against Chennai Super Kings. Beyond that, his form has been a major letdown for the team.

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Big Money, Low Returns

At Rs 27 crore, Rishabh Pant became the most expensive player in IPL history during the 2025 mega auction. However, the performances haven’t matched the price. With the tournament entering a crucial phase, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will be banking on Pant to bounce back and lead from the front.

What’s Ahead for LSG?

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will next take on Delhi Capitals on April 22 at their home ground, Ekana Stadium. With 5 wins and 3 losses from 8 matches, LSG currently sit fourth in the points table with 10 points. For the team to stay in the playoff race, Pant rediscovering his form could make all the difference.

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