1 min readUpdated: May 29, 2026 05:20 PM IST
Rishabh Pant has stepped down as captain of Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise announced on Friday. This brings to an end a rather forgettable tenure as LSG skipper for Pant, with the wicketkeeper-batter captaining the side in 28 matches and winning just 10.
“Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) wish to formally announce that Rishabh Pant has requested to be relieved of his captaincy duties with the franchise, and the franchisee has accepted his request with immediate effect,” said LSG in its statement.
LSG head coach Tom Moody further said in the press release that Pant “approached the franchise with the request”.
“These decisions are never easy. We are grateful for everything Rishabh has brought to this dressing room as captain. Our focus now is on the collective – rebuilding and restructuring to reach the best standards”
Pant had joined the side as the most expensive IPL auction buy ahead of the 2025 season after spending eight seasons with the Delhi Capitals. He was made captain immediately, replacing KL Rahul, who went the other way to DC.
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