Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) have announced Indian wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant as their new captain for IPL 2025. This landmark decision came after LSG secured Pant in the mega auction for a staggering Rs 27 crore, making him the most expensive player in IPL history.

Pant takes over the captaincy mantle from KL Rahul, who led LSG for the first three IPL seasons, guiding the team to the playoffs twice. However, a fallout between franchise owner Sanjiv Goenka and Rahul after LSG's crushing ten-wicket defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2024 prompted a change in leadership. Rahul was subsequently released, paving the way for Pant's high-profile acquisition.

Pant, a proven leader with three seasons as Delhi Capitals' captain, brings both experience and flair to LSG. Notably, he guided Delhi to the top of the points table in IPL 2021, but his team fell short of a finals berth after losing in Qualifier 2. Known for his aggressive batting and innovative captaincy, Pant is expected to unify the new-look LSG squad and steer the team toward their first IPL title.

The decision to invest heavily in Pant signals LSG's ambition to build a championship-winning team. The franchise's management expressed confidence in his leadership qualities and match-winning abilities, marking a new chapter for the Lucknow-based team in IPL history.

As LSG gears up for the 2025 season, all eyes will be on Pant to deliver both as a captain and a player, and fans are eagerly anticipating what the young star will bring to the franchise.