Delhi: Rishabh Pant’s performance in the Indian Premier League 2025 has not yet been in accordance with expectations. Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) bought him for Rs 27 crore, making him the most expensive player in IPL history. But, now it seems that the franchise has made a big mistake. Lucknow’s team has lost two of the three matches and has won only one match.
Pant’s poor form has become a big problem for the team. He has lost his wicket in a very easy way in all three matches played so far. He is constantly failing due to playing big shots without spending time at the crease. His way of getting out has also been surprising, which has increased further pressure on the team.
Harbhajan Singh raised questions on LSG
Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh has reacted strongly to the poor performance of Lucknow Super Giants. After the defeat against Punjab, he said on Star Sports, “Lucknow’s team is not doing well and their bowling is one of the weakest bowling of the tournament. Only Nicholas Puran is playing continuously in the team. When his best bowler Shardul Thakur proved to be expensive, the team did not have any way to return. Thakur was not effective in bowling. They got a chance. “
Nicholas Puran has handled LSG’s innings
Lucknow has been the most trusted player Nicholas Puran in the batting of Super Giants. He has scored two half -centuries and is at the forefront of the Orange Cap race. Puran also played an important innings of 44 runs against Punjab Kings. However, his efforts also could not save the team from defeat. LSG, batting first against Punjab, scored 171/7, but failed to save it and Punjab registered an easy win by 8 wickets.
Further matches can be difficult for Lucknow Super Giants if they do not improve their mistakes soon. There is a need to return to Rishabh Pant’s form and strengthen the bowling, otherwise it may be difficult for the team to reach the playoffs.
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