IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant steps down as Lucknow Super Giants captain
Rishabh Pant has stepped down as the captain of the Lucknow Super Giants, a decision that was accepted immediately by the franchise. Pant requested to be relieved of his leadership responsibilities after two seasons of disappointing performances. The team management expressed gratitude for his contributions and emphasized a focus on rebuilding for the future.
- ▪Rishabh Pant requested to step down as captain of Lucknow Super Giants.
- ▪The franchise accepted his request with immediate effect.
- ▪Under Pant's leadership, LSG finished seventh in IPL 2025 and last in IPL 2026.
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- ▪ Rishabh Pant steps down from Lucknow Super Giants’ captaincy — The Hindu — Top
- ▪ IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant steps down as Lucknow Super Giants captain — Times of India — Top
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| Publication time | Fri, 29 May 2026 17:10:00 +0000 |
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