Watch: Pant dazzles LSG practice camp with explosive batting display
What's the story
In a recent video shared by the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant was seen showcasing his batting skills in the nets ahead of their IPL 2025 opener.
Pant has been named LSG's captain for the season, replacing KL Rahul, who led the team to the playoffs in their first two campaigns.
Additionally, his signing marks a historic moment in IPL history, making him the most expensive player ever at ₹27 crore.
Here's more.
Video
Pant electrifies LSG camp with stellar batting performance in nets
In the video shared by LSG, Pant made a strong statement with a dazzling display of his batting skills.
Donning the LSG practice jersey, he showcased his trademark strokes while mixing in a few defensive shots, demonstrating his adaptability.
The footage also highlights Pant's seamless transition into his new team as he gears up to lead LSG in their quest for a maiden IPL title.
Twitter Post
X post by LSG showcasing Pant's stellar batting display
Caution: Rishabh Panti ahead ⚠ pic.twitter.com/q01UgzUCbh
— Lucknow Super Giants (@LucknowIPL) March 21, 2025
Historical signing
Pant's record-breaking acquisition
Pant was picked up by LSG for an eye-watering ₹27 crore in the IPL 2025 mega auction in Jeddah.
The deal beats Shreyas Iyer's ₹26.75 crore contract with Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Mitchell Starc's return bid to IPL after years at ₹24.75 crore.
Besides, the franchise retained Nicholas Pooran, Mayank Yadav, and Ravi Bishnoi, along with uncapped players Mohsin Khan and Ayush Badoni, ahead of the mega auction.
Career highlights
Pant's IPL journey and performance
Pant has been a consistent performer in the IPL since his debut in 2016, playing for Delhi Capitals (DC).
He has scored 3,284 runs in 110 matches at an average of 35.31, including one century and 18 half-centuries.
Pant was made DC's captain in 2021 and he led them to the playoffs that season.
However, he missed the captaincy during the 2023 season due to a car accident.
Team composition
LSG's team composition for IPL 2025
Ahead of the mega auction, LSG retained five of their key players.
The team later bought batters like Aiden Markram and David Miller.
Apart from Pant, the franchise has back-up wicket-keepers in Pooran and Aryan Juyal.
The all-rounders' squad includes Abdul Samad (spin), Mitchell Marsh (pace), Shahbaz Ahmed (spin), Yuvraj Chaudhary (spin), Rajvardhan Hangargekar (pace) and Arshin Kulkarni (Pace).