In a recent development, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) captain Rishabh Pant has addressed and refuted rumors suggesting that the franchise plans to release him ahead of the IPL 2026 season. These speculations, which gained traction on social media, claimed that LSG’s management was dissatisfied with Pant’s performance, especially considering his ₹27 crore acquisition price.
Pant took to social media to respond to these claims, emphasizing the importance of responsible journalism and the dissemination of credible information. He stated, “I understand fake news gives more traction to content, but let’s not build everything around it. A little sense and credible news will help more rather than making fake news with an agenda. Thanks, have a good day. Let’s be responsible and sensible about what we put out on social media.” This response was directed at a journalist who had shared the unverified information.
Throughout the IPL 2025 season, Pant has faced criticism for his on-field performance. In 12 matches, he accumulated 135 runs at a strike rate of 100, averaging 12.27—the lowest among IPL captains this season.
As LSG prepares for their final league matches, including the upcoming game against Gujarat Titans on May 22 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Pant aims to lead by example and finish the season on a strong note.
Gujarat Titans will be taking on Lucknow Super Giants at Narendra Modi Stadium
The Gujarat Titans will take on the Lucknow Super Giants in the 64th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on May 22, 2025, at the 7:30 PM IST. This match promises to be an exciting encounter between two teams with different fortunes in the tournament.
Gujarat Titans are in excellent form, with nine wins this season, the most by any team. They recently stunned Delhi Capitals by chasing down a target of 200 runs without losing a single wicket, marking their third consecutive victory. Sai Sudharsan is in top form, topping the Orange Cap chart with 617 runs in 12 games. Shubman Gill is another reliable batter, and his performance will be crucial in this match.
Lucknow Super Giants, on the other hand, are on a four-match losing streak and are lacking consistency. They have struggled to find their footing in the tournament, and their recent performances have been disappointing. Despite this, they have the firepower to upset the hosts, and their explosive batting can’t be underestimated.
