IPL franchise <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/lucknow-super-giants" rel="dofollow">Lucknow Super Giants</a>' owner Sanjeev Goenka hugged his team captain, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/rishabh-pant" rel="dofollow">Rishabh Pant</a>, after LSG&rsquo;s five-wicket win over SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) on Thursday evening. Taking revenge for last year&rsquo;s lopsided loss at the same venue against this team, where Goenka bashed then-team captain <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/kl-rahul" rel="dofollow">KL Rahul</a> out in the open, the team owner looked elated with the side&rsquo;s first win this edition.
Goenka celebrated his team&rsquo;s massive win over SRH, which is on the rampage with their run-scoring spree, having registered the second-highest team total in the competition&rsquo;s history in their previous game.&nbsp;
Goenka&rsquo;s expression while hugging Pant told the entire story. He then met opener Mitchell Marsh, who scored his second fifty of the season, hitting a fighting 52 off 31 balls in the first innings.&nbsp;
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&ldquo;Any win is good, and the first one is very special,&rdquo; Goenka said after LSG opened its account in IPL 2025. &ldquo;So yes, it feels very good.&rdquo;
Contrary to his social media image that took a beating after he openly bashed KL Rahul last year, after which their relationship fell apart, and Rahul decided against getting retained ahead of IPL 2025, Goenka politely and humbly met every LSG player, including seamer Shardul Thakur, who picked four wickets in the first innings.
Congratulating Thakur for his inning-changing spell in the first innings, where he accounted for opener Abhishek Sharma and SRH&rsquo;s last-game hero Ishan Kishan in successive balls, Goenka praised him by saying, &ldquo;Purple cap just doesn&rsquo;t come like this.&rdquo;
<h2>Goenka&rsquo;s message for the fans</h2>
Speaking on a video posted by LSG&rsquo;s social media handles, Goenka had a message for the fans.
&ldquo;I would like to tell the fans, believe in us; we will give our best. And the team, well done today,&rdquo; Goenka said.&nbsp;
<h3>Watch -</h3>
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Our Chairman, Dr. Sanjiv Goenka, extends heartfelt congratulations to the team on their first win, and encourages to focus on giving the best 💙 <a href="https://t.co/9ckEd6J6MF">pic.twitter.com/9ckEd6J6MF</a>
&mdash; Lucknow Super Giants (@LucknowIPL) <a href="https://twitter.com/LucknowIPL/status/1905510866071777516?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 28, 2025</a></blockquote>
Meanwhile, LSG&rsquo;s Nicholas Pooran holds the Orange cap for scoring 145 runs in two matches and seamer Thakur is a Purple Cap holder with six wickets from two outings thus far.
LSG will host Punjab Kings in its next match on Tuesday (April 1).&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

Cricket, Sports: Congratulating Thakur for his inning-changing spell against SRH, Goenka praised him by saying, “Purple cap just doesn’t come like this.”

IPL franchise Lucknow Super Giants' owner Sanjeev Goenka hugged his team captain, Rishabh Pant, after LSG’s five-wicket win over SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) on Thursday evening. Taking revenge for last year’s lopsided loss at the same venue against this team, where Goenka bashed then-team captain KL Rahul out in the open, the team owner looked elated with the side’s first win this edition. Goenka celebrated his team’s massive win over SRH, which is on the rampage with their run-scoring spree, having registered the second-highest team total in the competition’s history in their previous game. Goenka’s expression while hugging Pant told the entire story. He then met opener Mitchell Marsh, who scored his second fifty of the season, hitting a fighting 52 off 31 balls in the first innings. Also read | IPL 2025: Neither Head nor Suryakumar Yadav but THIS player is top T20 cricketer for Harbhajan Singh “Any win is good, and the first one is very special,” Goenka said after LSG opened its account in IPL 2025. “So yes, it feels very good.” Contrary to his social media image that took a beating after he openly bashed KL Rahul last year, after which their relationship fell apart, and Rahul decided against getting retained ahead of IPL 2025, Goenka politely and humbly met every LSG player, including seamer Shardul Thakur, who picked four wickets in the first innings. Congratulating Thakur for his inning-changing spell in the first innings, where he accounted for opener Abhishek Sharma and SRH’s last-game hero Ishan Kishan in successive balls, Goenka praised him by saying, “Purple cap just doesn’t come like this.” Goenka’s message for the fans Speaking on a video posted by LSG’s social media handles, Goenka had a message for the fans. “I would like to tell the fans, believe in us; we will give our best. And the team, well done today,” Goenka said. Watch - Our Chairman, Dr. Sanjiv Goenka, extends heartfelt congratulations to the team on their first win, and encourages to focus on giving the best 💙 pic.twitter.com/9ckEd6J6MF — Lucknow Super Giants (@LucknowIPL) March 28, 2025 Meanwhile, LSG’s Nicholas Pooran holds the Orange cap for scoring 145 runs in two matches and seamer Thakur is a Purple Cap holder with six wickets from two outings thus far. LSG will host Punjab Kings in its next match on Tuesday (April 1). (With inputs from agencies)

IPL 2025: LSG owner Sanjeev Goenka hugs team captain Pant in heartfelt moment – Watch

Former India spin great <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/harbhajan-singh" rel="dofollow">Harbhajan Singh</a> has picked his number one T20 cricketer, and it is neither Australia opener Travis Head nor India&rsquo;s Suryakumar Yadav. Bhajji, as the fans often call him, took to his social media handle (X) just after SunRisers Hyderabad&rsquo;s home game against Lucknow Super Giants in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/ipl-2025" rel="dofollow">IPL 2025</a> to name his numero uno player in the shortest format, and to everyone&rsquo;s surprise, it&rsquo;s not even an Indian.
T20 cricket has seen several great players over the years, with the most belonging from the Caribbean Islands, including the &lsquo;Universe boss&rsquo; Chris Gayle. However, since he had left playing competitive cricket, his national teammate seemed to have occupied the vacant spot, and it was none other than Nicholas Pooran.
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Pooran played a match-winning inning against SRH at their home ground on Thursday, scoring a brilliant 70 off 26 balls while chasing, hitting six sixes and as many fours. After last year&rsquo;s lop-sided game in Hyderabad, where the hosts chased 166 inside ten overs with all wickets remaining, the touring LSGH had plenty to play for.
Unlike the previous time, SRH batted first, scoring a fighting 190 for nine in 20 overs, with Head, Heinrich Klaasen and Aniket Verma top-scoring for the hosts. Though this was a match-winning total for most teams on most venues, it was an under-par score for SRH, which registered the second-highest team total in the tournament history in their last game.
<h2>Harbhajan praises Pooran</h2>
Chasing 191, LSG needed a brilliant start, and despite losing opener Aiden Markram inside the second over, LSG got one, thanks to a 116-run stand between Mitchell Marsh and Pooran in just 43 balls.&nbsp;
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While Marsh played aggressively, not enough per his partner&rsquo;s standards, Pooran&rsquo;s onslaught inside the Powerplay almost sealed the game for Lucknow. The left-handed batter spared none, taking the attack to the pacers and spinners one after the other. Such was the impact of his inning that SRH captain Pat Cummins began looking clueless about what to do next.
Although Pooran departed inside the ninth over, the remaining LSG batters ensured the side was crossing the line eventually, winning this high-scoring tie by five wickets.
Taking to X, Harbhajan wrote, Currently Nicholas Pooran is the best player of T20 format . Period ! @nicholas_47 &spades;️ @IPL
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Currently Nicholas Pooran is the best player of T20 format . Period ! <a href="https://twitter.com/nicholas_47?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@nicholas_47</a> &spades;️ <a href="https://twitter.com/IPL?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@IPL</a>
&mdash; Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) <a href="https://twitter.com/harbhajan_singh/status/1905316862159978895?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 27, 2025</a></blockquote>
Meanwhile, with 145 runs from two outings thus far, Pooran is the highest orange cap holder in IPL 2025.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

Cricket, Sports: Bhajji took to his social media handle (X) just after SRH’s home game against LSG in IPL 2025 to name his numero uno player in the shortest format

Former India spin great Harbhajan Singh has picked his number one T20 cricketer, and it is neither Australia opener Travis Head nor India’s Suryakumar Yadav. Bhajji, as the fans often call him, took to his social media handle (X) just after SunRisers Hyderabad’s home game against Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2025 to name his numero uno player in the shortest format, and to everyone’s surprise, it’s not even an Indian. T20 cricket has seen several great players over the years, with the most belonging from the Caribbean Islands, including the ‘Universe boss’ Chris Gayle. However, since he had left playing competitive cricket, his national teammate seemed to have occupied the vacant spot, and it was none other than Nicholas Pooran. Also read | ‘Everyone gives their 100% at CSK but fans cheer for MS Dhoni,’ Rayudu’s honest admission of Chennai’s IPL crowd Pooran played a match-winning inning against SRH at their home ground on Thursday, scoring a brilliant 70 off 26 balls while chasing, hitting six sixes and as many fours. After last year’s lop-sided game in Hyderabad, where the hosts chased 166 inside ten overs with all wickets remaining, the touring LSGH had plenty to play for. Unlike the previous time, SRH batted first, scoring a fighting 190 for nine in 20 overs, with Head, Heinrich Klaasen and Aniket Verma top-scoring for the hosts. Though this was a match-winning total for most teams on most venues, it was an under-par score for SRH, which registered the second-highest team total in the tournament history in their last game. Harbhajan praises Pooran Chasing 191, LSG needed a brilliant start, and despite losing opener Aiden Markram inside the second over, LSG got one, thanks to a 116-run stand between Mitchell Marsh and Pooran in just 43 balls. Also read | IPL 2025: KKR pitch curator does U-Turn in Rahane episode, says ‘those who are accusing me…’ While Marsh played aggressively, not enough per his partner’s standards, Pooran’s onslaught inside the Powerplay almost sealed the game for Lucknow. The left-handed batter spared none, taking the attack to the pacers and spinners one after the other. Such was the impact of his inning that SRH captain Pat Cummins began looking clueless about what to do next. Although Pooran departed inside the ninth over, the remaining LSG batters ensured the side was crossing the line eventually, winning this high-scoring tie by five wickets. Taking to X, Harbhajan wrote, Currently Nicholas Pooran is the best player of T20 format . Period ! @nicholas_47 ♠️ @IPL Currently Nicholas Pooran is the best player of T20 format . Period ! @nicholas_47 ♠️ @IPL — Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) March 27, 2025 Meanwhile, with 145 runs from two outings thus far, Pooran is the highest orange cap holder in IPL 2025. (With inputs from agencies)

IPL 2025: Neither Head nor Suryakumar Yadav but THIS player is top T20 cricketer for Harbhajan Singh

The story of Shardul Thakur or Lord Shardul - how he came to be known among fans - doesn't get any better than his twin wickets against SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) in IPL 2025 on Thursday (Mar 27). Thakur, who was originally not even picked in the IPL mega auction last year, has been the most effective LSG bowler in the two games played so far.
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Against SRH, Thakur removed dangerous Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan, who had scored a whirlwind ton in the last game, on successive balls - putting IPL's most destructive batting line-up in defense mode. Have a look at the wicket below:
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SHARDUL STRIKES! 🔥 The dangerous <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AbhishekSharma?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AbhishekSharma</a> falls into the trap as he gets caught at fine leg off <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ShardulThakur?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ShardulThakur</a>&rsquo;s clever delivery! Watch LIVE action: <a href="https://t.co/f9h0ie1eiG">https://t.co/f9h0ie1eiG</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IPLonJioStar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IPLonJioStar</a> 👉 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SRHvLSG?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SRHvLSG</a> | LIVE NOW on Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 Hindi &amp; JioHotstar! <a href="https://t.co/hx4H3wO2EN">pic.twitter.com/hx4H3wO2EN</a>
&mdash; Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) <a href="https://twitter.com/StarSportsIndia/status/1905263676376141918?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 27, 2025</a></blockquote>

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In the match against Delhi Capitals, Shardul had also picked up two wickets that too in the same over - the first of DC's chase - as he dismissed Jake Fraser-McGurk and Abhishek Porel. Thanks to his wickets, LSG were dominating the game for most part only to loss the game by a wicket in the end.
He eventually finished with 4/34 as SRH posted 190/9 in 20 overs.
<h2>Shardul Thakur Story in IPL</h2>
Thakur joined LSG only days before the IPL 2025 season as a replacement of Mohsin Khan who was ruled out due to an injury. Shardul was picked from registered pool of players at his base price of INR 2 crore ($233,402).
Overall, Thakur has played 95 IPL games for five different franchise over last 10 years. Before turning up for LSG, he played for Punjab Kings in 2015, Rising Pune Supergiants in 2017, CSK from 2018-2022, KKR in 2023 before going back to CSK in 2024.
In 95 IPL games before this season, he had taken 94 wickets with a best of 4/36 and an economy of 9.22 He also has 307 runs to his name at a strike rate of 137 and a best of 68.

Thakur joined LSG only days before the IPL 2025 season as a replacement of Mohsin Khan. Shardul was picked at his base price of INR 2 crore ($233,402). Cricket Sports

The story of Shardul Thakur or Lord Shardul - how he came to be known among fans - doesn't get any better than his twin wickets against SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) in IPL 2025 on Thursday (Mar 27). Thakur, who was originally not even picked in the IPL mega auction last year, has been the most effective LSG bowler in the two games played so far. Also Read: Star culture returns with CSK-RCB Southern Derby: Why is it IPL's biggest draw? Against SRH, Thakur removed dangerous Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan, who had scored a whirlwind ton in the last game, on successive balls - putting IPL's most destructive batting line-up in defense mode. Have a look at the wicket below: SHARDUL STRIKES! 🔥 The dangerous #AbhishekSharma falls into the trap as he gets caught at fine leg off #ShardulThakur’s clever delivery! Watch LIVE action: https://t.co/f9h0ie1eiG #IPLonJioStar 👉 #SRHvLSG | LIVE NOW on Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 Hindi & JioHotstar! pic.twitter.com/hx4H3wO2EN — Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) March 27, 2025 In the match against Delhi Capitals, Shardul had also picked up two wickets that too in the same over - the first of DC's chase - as he dismissed Jake Fraser-McGurk and Abhishek Porel. Thanks to his wickets, LSG were dominating the game for most part only to loss the game by a wicket in the end. He eventually finished with 4/34 as SRH posted 190/9 in 20 overs. Shardul Thakur Story in IPL Thakur joined LSG only days before the IPL 2025 season as a replacement of Mohsin Khan who was ruled out due to an injury. Shardul was picked from registered pool of players at his base price of INR 2 crore ($233,402). Overall, Thakur has played 95 IPL games for five different franchise over last 10 years. Before turning up for LSG, he played for Punjab Kings in 2015, Rising Pune Supergiants in 2017, CSK from 2018-2022, KKR in 2023 before going back to CSK in 2024. In 95 IPL games before this season, he had taken 94 wickets with a best of 4/36 and an economy of 9.22 He also has 307 runs to his name at a strike rate of 137 and a best of 68.

IPL 2025: Unsold in auction, Shardul Thakur bowls double-wicket over in second consecutive match for LSG

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/mitchell-starc" rel="dofollow">Mitchell Starc</a> is perhaps the most feared bowler of the past decade. He&rsquo;s lethal with both new and the old ball across formats, and even with age catching up, he didn&rsquo;t slow down. The left-arm quick was back in action in IPL 2025, playing for his new franchise, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/delhi-capitals" rel="dofollow">Delhi Capitals</a> (against <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/lucknow-super-giants" rel="dofollow">Lucknow Super Giants</a>), and left a mark straightaway. He breaks timber like no one else, and on Monday in Vizag, he did that twice.
Delhi won the toss and sent LSG into bat first, with returning Mitchell Marsh wreaking havoc up front. The all-rounder hammered his Australia teammate Starc to two massive sixes before shifting attention to others.
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Exhibition of pure belligerence.
&mdash; Roomi (@___Roomi) <a href="https://twitter.com/___Roomi/status/1904182907800842351?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 24, 2025</a></blockquote>
Although his partner, Aiden Markram, departed inside the Powerplay, with Nicholas Pooran joining him, there was no stopping this pair.
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Both went berserk, taking down the Delhi bowlers to all parts of the ground. While Marsh maintained his whacking spree, hitting a brilliant 72 off 36 balls, including six sixes and as many fours, Pooran put on the fifth gear the moment he came to the crease. Continuing his purple patch in his favourite format, Pooran smashed four sixes in a single over to Tristan Stubbs before Starc returned to break his middle and off stumps into half.&nbsp;
<h3>Watch &ndash;&nbsp;</h3>
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The art 🎨 The artist 😎 Mitchell Starc gets one on target ⚡️ Nicholas Pooran goes back after a breathtaking 75(30) 🔥 Updates ▶ <a href="https://t.co/aHUCFODDQL">https://t.co/aHUCFODDQL</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TATAIPL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TATAIPL</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DCvLSG?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DCvLSG</a> <a href="https://t.co/SQcmxUD8La">pic.twitter.com/SQcmxUD8La</a>
&mdash; IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) <a href="https://twitter.com/IPL/status/1904192669011808680?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 24, 2025</a></blockquote>
Starc&rsquo;s golden stroke broke LSG&rsquo;s momentum, as they failed to make merry of their start, losing wickets in clusters during the fag end of the innings.
However, during the end, Starc picked two wickets in his final over, removing the two spinners in three balls to pull DC back into the game. Though his steamy bouncer to Shahbaz Ahmed got the better of the batter, his Yorker to dismiss Ravi Bishnoi, breaking his stumps, made headlines.&nbsp;
<h3>Watch &ndash;</h3>
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YORKED 🎯<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MitchellStarc?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MitchellStarc</a> at his best as <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DC</a> pulled things back in the second half of the innings! 🔥 Watch LIVE action: <a href="https://t.co/mQP5SyTHlW">https://t.co/mQP5SyTHlW</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IPLonJioStar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IPLonJioStar</a> 👉 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DCvLSG?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DCvLSG</a> | LIVE NOW on Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 Hindi &amp; JioHotstar! <a href="https://t.co/uODhho7m8i">pic.twitter.com/uODhho7m8i</a>
&mdash; Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) <a href="https://twitter.com/StarSportsIndia/status/1904200868095983998?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 24, 2025</a></blockquote>
Meanwhile, LSG scored 209 for eight in 20 overs, with Pooran and Marsh returning with the most runs.&nbsp;

Cricket, Sports: On his Delhi Capitals debut on Monday, Starc returned with three for 42 bowling first against LSG in Vizag. He dismissed Pooran on 75 clean bowled.

Mitchell Starc is perhaps the most feared bowler of the past decade. He’s lethal with both new and the old ball across formats, and even with age catching up, he didn’t slow down. The left-arm quick was back in action in IPL 2025, playing for his new franchise, Delhi Capitals (against Lucknow Super Giants), and left a mark straightaway. He breaks timber like no one else, and on Monday in Vizag, he did that twice. Delhi won the toss and sent LSG into bat first, with returning Mitchell Marsh wreaking havoc up front. The all-rounder hammered his Australia teammate Starc to two massive sixes before shifting attention to others. Exhibition of pure belligerence. — Roomi (@___Roomi) March 24, 2025 Although his partner, Aiden Markram, departed inside the Powerplay, with Nicholas Pooran joining him, there was no stopping this pair. Also read | MS Dhoni on his relationship with Kohli - ‘We are friends but there’s still a line…’ Both went berserk, taking down the Delhi bowlers to all parts of the ground. While Marsh maintained his whacking spree, hitting a brilliant 72 off 36 balls, including six sixes and as many fours, Pooran put on the fifth gear the moment he came to the crease. Continuing his purple patch in his favourite format, Pooran smashed four sixes in a single over to Tristan Stubbs before Starc returned to break his middle and off stumps into half. Watch – The art 🎨 The artist 😎 Mitchell Starc gets one on target ⚡️ Nicholas Pooran goes back after a breathtaking 75(30) 🔥 Updates ▶ https://t.co/aHUCFODDQL#TATAIPL | #DCvLSG pic.twitter.com/SQcmxUD8La — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) March 24, 2025 Starc’s golden stroke broke LSG’s momentum, as they failed to make merry of their start, losing wickets in clusters during the fag end of the innings. However, during the end, Starc picked two wickets in his final over, removing the two spinners in three balls to pull DC back into the game. Though his steamy bouncer to Shahbaz Ahmed got the better of the batter, his Yorker to dismiss Ravi Bishnoi, breaking his stumps, made headlines. Watch – YORKED 🎯#MitchellStarc at his best as #DC pulled things back in the second half of the innings! 🔥 Watch LIVE action: https://t.co/mQP5SyTHlW#IPLonJioStar 👉 #DCvLSG | LIVE NOW on Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 Hindi & JioHotstar! pic.twitter.com/uODhho7m8i — Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) March 24, 2025 Meanwhile, LSG scored 209 for eight in 20 overs, with Pooran and Marsh returning with the most runs.

IPL 2025 - Starc breaks timber like no one; WATCH his double strike against LSG

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/lucknow-super-giants" rel="dofollow">Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)</a> seamer <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/mayank-yadav" rel="dofollow">Mayank Yadav</a> could be missing more action than anticipated in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/ipl-2025" rel="dofollow">IPL 2025</a> due to a fresh toe injury he suffered, with the LSG coach Justin Langer hopeful for his availability during the back end of the tournament. The Lucknow-based franchise will be without four frontline seamers for their tournament opener against Delhi Capitals (on Monday), including Yadav, Mohsin Khan, Akash Deep and Avesh Khan.
Addressing the media in the pre-game presser in Vizag, Langer said he is aware of the resources available to him for the first few games, adding every team is always prepared to lose their fast bowlers to injuries for a long tournament like the IPL.
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&ldquo;Yeah, we're very aware that four of our bowlers are unavailable for the first game and probably a couple of the guys for a few games down the track,&rdquo; Langer said.&nbsp;
&ldquo;But that's sport, that's cricket, fast bowling usually gives you some headaches, but you just have to adapt. And we've all been in the business long enough to know that the fast-bowling injuries are something that you always have to prepare for. You never hope for it, you never wish for it, but you prepare for it.&nbsp;
&ldquo;So, we might have to change our game plan a little, but knowing that as the tournament goes on, we'll have some of these excellent bowlers to come back into our attack for us,&rdquo; he continued.
Mayank emerged on the IPL scene last season when he made headlines for regularly clocking 150 kmph and above in the three contested games.&nbsp;Though he won the Player of the Match award in his first two matches, picking three wickets in each, injuries plagued his career since.&nbsp;
<h2>Mayank kicked his toe on the bed</h2>
Mayank was gearing up for his return to competitive cricket (from a back injury) before he injured his toe while getting up from his bed, with the latest reports claiming that infection there has delayed his return by two weeks.
"Mayank, who everyone was very excited about last year, he was going quite well (coming back from a back injury), and he kicked his toe on the bed," Langer said. "He got an infection in his toe. It's put his rehab back about a week or two weeks. But he's up and running. We regularly see videos of him bowling. I saw a video of his yesterday. So, hopefully, by the back end of the tournament, Mayank will be up and ready to go for us,&rdquo; he added.
Meanwhile, LSG replaced left-arm quick Mohsin Khan with India all-rounder Shardul Thakur for this season.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

Cricket, Sports: Mayank Yadav emerged on the IPL scene last season when he made headlines for regularly clocking 150 kmph and above in the three contested games.

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) seamer Mayank Yadav could be missing more action than anticipated in IPL 2025 due to a fresh toe injury he suffered, with the LSG coach Justin Langer hopeful for his availability during the back end of the tournament. The Lucknow-based franchise will be without four frontline seamers for their tournament opener against Delhi Capitals (on Monday), including Yadav, Mohsin Khan, Akash Deep and Avesh Khan. Addressing the media in the pre-game presser in Vizag, Langer said he is aware of the resources available to him for the first few games, adding every team is always prepared to lose their fast bowlers to injuries for a long tournament like the IPL. Also read | IPL 2025 | 'I have to adapt and stay relevant', says Dhoni “Yeah, we're very aware that four of our bowlers are unavailable for the first game and probably a couple of the guys for a few games down the track,” Langer said. “But that's sport, that's cricket, fast bowling usually gives you some headaches, but you just have to adapt. And we've all been in the business long enough to know that the fast-bowling injuries are something that you always have to prepare for. You never hope for it, you never wish for it, but you prepare for it. “So, we might have to change our game plan a little, but knowing that as the tournament goes on, we'll have some of these excellent bowlers to come back into our attack for us,” he continued. Mayank emerged on the IPL scene last season when he made headlines for regularly clocking 150 kmph and above in the three contested games. Though he won the Player of the Match award in his first two matches, picking three wickets in each, injuries plagued his career since. Mayank kicked his toe on the bed Mayank was gearing up for his return to competitive cricket (from a back injury) before he injured his toe while getting up from his bed, with the latest reports claiming that infection there has delayed his return by two weeks. "Mayank, who everyone was very excited about last year, he was going quite well (coming back from a back injury), and he kicked his toe on the bed," Langer said. "He got an infection in his toe. It's put his rehab back about a week or two weeks. But he's up and running. We regularly see videos of him bowling. I saw a video of his yesterday. So, hopefully, by the back end of the tournament, Mayank will be up and ready to go for us,” he added. Meanwhile, LSG replaced left-arm quick Mohsin Khan with India all-rounder Shardul Thakur for this season. (With inputs from agencies)

IPL 2025: Fresh injury to Mayank Yadav delays his LSG comeback

The <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/lucknow-super-giants" rel="dofollow">Lucknow Super Giants</a> (LSG) has replaced their Indian seamer Mohsin Khan with Mumbai all-rounder <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/shardul-thakur" rel="dofollow">Shardul Thakur</a>, per the latest report. Thakur remained unsold at last year&rsquo;s mega auction in Jeddah but had been training alongside LSG players since their pre-season camp began. Though an official announcement will soon follow, the report suggests that Thakur has been informed of his inclusion in the squad ahead of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/ipl-2025" rel="dofollow">IPL 2025</a>.
A Times of India (TOI) report claims that Thakur will travel with the LSG squad to Vizag for their season-opener against the Delhi Capitals on Monday (Mar 24).&nbsp;
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Meanwhile, the lanky seamer Mohsin has been away from action for the past three months due to an ACL injury that he picked up earlier. After recovering in time for IPL 2025, another blow (calf strain) during LSG training ruled him out of action indefinitely; as a result, LSG was forced to make this change.
<h2>Lack of pacers at LSG</h2>
Besides him, LSG&rsquo;s premier Indian pacers, including Akash Deep, Mayank Yadav and Avesh Khan, continue to recover from their respective injuries at BCCI&rsquo;s Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru; all three are yet to link up with the squad.&nbsp;
Zaheer Khan, LSG mentor, also spoke on the same lines. Without sharing many details on their match fitness, Zaheer underlined the side&rsquo;s approach this season as their chase for their maiden IPL title continues.&nbsp;
"The situation is dynamic for some of our players due to injuries. But it&rsquo;s time that we look for positives and adopt things to tackle the situation amicably. Some players are at the National Cricket Academy and others are spending time with their physios. Right now, it will not be right to say anything about this. The situation will be dynamic this season,&rdquo; Zaheer said in a media interaction, as quoted by Times of India.
However, to begin with, Shardul will lead LSG&rsquo;s pace attack (for being the most experienced of the lot), with seamers uncapped Rajvardhan Hangargekar and Prince Yadav waiting in the wings for their chance. West Indies&rsquo; Shamar Joseph is the lone overseas seamer in the LSG squad.&nbsp;
Though LSG has a settled squad at the helm, they still need their injured Indian quicks to recover in time and be available for most of the tournament.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

Cricket, Sports: Though an official announcement will soon follow, the report suggests that Thakur has been informed of his inclusion in the squad ahead of IPL 2025.

The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) has replaced their Indian seamer Mohsin Khan with Mumbai all-rounder Shardul Thakur, per the latest report. Thakur remained unsold at last year’s mega auction in Jeddah but had been training alongside LSG players since their pre-season camp began. Though an official announcement will soon follow, the report suggests that Thakur has been informed of his inclusion in the squad ahead of IPL 2025. A Times of India (TOI) report claims that Thakur will travel with the LSG squad to Vizag for their season-opener against the Delhi Capitals on Monday (Mar 24). Also read | KKR vs RCB: Will rain play spoilsport in IPL 2025 opener? Check out Saturday’s weather report Meanwhile, the lanky seamer Mohsin has been away from action for the past three months due to an ACL injury that he picked up earlier. After recovering in time for IPL 2025, another blow (calf strain) during LSG training ruled him out of action indefinitely; as a result, LSG was forced to make this change. Lack of pacers at LSG Besides him, LSG’s premier Indian pacers, including Akash Deep, Mayank Yadav and Avesh Khan, continue to recover from their respective injuries at BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru; all three are yet to link up with the squad. Zaheer Khan, LSG mentor, also spoke on the same lines. Without sharing many details on their match fitness, Zaheer underlined the side’s approach this season as their chase for their maiden IPL title continues. "The situation is dynamic for some of our players due to injuries. But it’s time that we look for positives and adopt things to tackle the situation amicably. Some players are at the National Cricket Academy and others are spending time with their physios. Right now, it will not be right to say anything about this. The situation will be dynamic this season,” Zaheer said in a media interaction, as quoted by Times of India. However, to begin with, Shardul will lead LSG’s pace attack (for being the most experienced of the lot), with seamers uncapped Rajvardhan Hangargekar and Prince Yadav waiting in the wings for their chance. West Indies’ Shamar Joseph is the lone overseas seamer in the LSG squad. Though LSG has a settled squad at the helm, they still need their injured Indian quicks to recover in time and be available for most of the tournament. (With inputs from agencies)

Overlooked at mega auction, all-rounder Shardul Thakur finds new home in IPL 2025

Defending IPL champions <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/kolkata-knight-riders-kkr" rel="dofollow">Kolkata Knight Riders</a>&rsquo; (KKR) home game against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) scheduled for April 6 has shifted out of the Eden Gardens due to security concerns. The Kolkata police expressed their inability to provide an apt cover for this IPL tie due to &lsquo;Ram Navami&rsquo; celebrations across the city on the same day, Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) President Snehasish Ganguly said on Thursday.
Following earlier reports of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari announcing that over 20,000 processions would be organised across the state to celebrate the festival, Ganguly said the state board has informed the BCCI about rescheduling the game, which Guwahati will now host in IPL 2025.
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"We have informed the BCCI about rescheduling the match, but there is no possibility of hosting it in the city at a later date. Now, I'm hearing that it will be shifted to Guwahati," Ganguly told PTI.
<h2>KKR ready to defend IPL title</h2>
KKR beat SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the IPL 2024 final to win its third title, becoming the third-most successful team in the competition history. With mentor Gautam Gambhir, head coach Chandrakant Pandit and several experienced heads within the squad, KKR made the most of this chance and realised their dream of lifting another IPL trophy ten years after last winning in 2014.
However, ahead of the mega auction in December 2024, KKR let go of their captain, Shreyas Iyer and seamer Mitchell Starc, with one going to Punjab Kings (Iyer) and the other finding his new IPL home in Delhi Capitals.&nbsp;
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Ahead of the 18th edition, the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/speaking-exclusively-to-wions-aditya-pimpale-was-avni-aneja-co-founder-of-six5six-who-are-the-official-kits-manufacturers-of-kkr-in-ipl-2025-8870944" rel="dofollow">KKR announced their new retro kit</a>, with black and golden sleeves, alongside picking a new captain in seasoned campaigner Ajinkya Rahane. Venkatesh Iyer, whom they repurchased at auction after letting him go ahead of the retention list announcement, KKR named Rahane&rsquo;s deputy.
Meanwhile, KKR will host the curtain raiser this season, hosting Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on Saturday (Mar 22) at the Eden Gardens, which will also hosts the final (May 25).&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

Cricket, Sports: Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) President Snehasish Ganguly informed the BCCI about Kolkata police's inability to provide apt cover for this IPL tie.

Defending IPL champions Kolkata Knight Riders’ (KKR) home game against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) scheduled for April 6 has shifted out of the Eden Gardens due to security concerns. The Kolkata police expressed their inability to provide an apt cover for this IPL tie due to ‘Ram Navami’ celebrations across the city on the same day, Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) President Snehasish Ganguly said on Thursday. Following earlier reports of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari announcing that over 20,000 processions would be organised across the state to celebrate the festival, Ganguly said the state board has informed the BCCI about rescheduling the game, which Guwahati will now host in IPL 2025. Also read | IPL 2025 Rule Change: BCCI informs all captains of two massive rule changes ahead of IPL 2025, check out "We have informed the BCCI about rescheduling the match, but there is no possibility of hosting it in the city at a later date. Now, I'm hearing that it will be shifted to Guwahati," Ganguly told PTI. KKR ready to defend IPL title KKR beat SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the IPL 2024 final to win its third title, becoming the third-most successful team in the competition history. With mentor Gautam Gambhir, head coach Chandrakant Pandit and several experienced heads within the squad, KKR made the most of this chance and realised their dream of lifting another IPL trophy ten years after last winning in 2014. However, ahead of the mega auction in December 2024, KKR let go of their captain, Shreyas Iyer and seamer Mitchell Starc, with one going to Punjab Kings (Iyer) and the other finding his new IPL home in Delhi Capitals. Also read | ‘I was looking for one guy…hoping he’d come and talk to me,’ Nitish Reddy recalls dressing room joy after MCG hundred Ahead of the 18th edition, the KKR announced their new retro kit, with black and golden sleeves, alongside picking a new captain in seasoned campaigner Ajinkya Rahane. Venkatesh Iyer, whom they repurchased at auction after letting him go ahead of the retention list announcement, KKR named Rahane’s deputy. Meanwhile, KKR will host the curtain raiser this season, hosting Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on Saturday (Mar 22) at the Eden Gardens, which will also hosts the final (May 25). (With inputs from agencies)

IPL 2025: Amid security concerns, April 6 KKR-LSG game moved out of Eden Gardens

Australia T20I skipper Mitchell Marsh has been cleared to play the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season which starts March 22. Marsh is coming back to competitive cricket for the first time since January after a back injury. Notably, Marsh had missed out on recently-completed Champions Trophy 2025 due to the injury. He will, however, only play as a batter.
Marsh's availability, as confirmed by the ESPNCricinfo, will be a huge boost for the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). The Aussie all-rounder was picked for US $400,000 at the IPL auction in November last year. Marsh being fit offers good news to LSG which recently suffered a blow after pacer Mayank Yadav was ruled out for a few initial games.
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At LSG, Marsh will reunite with his former Australia and Big Bash League (BBL) side Perth Scorchers' coach Justin Langer who is heading into the second season with the Lucknow-based franchise. Langer replaced India coach Gautam Gambhir at LSG last season when the latter moved to KKR and won them the season as mentor.
Apart from Marsh, other Aussie players namely Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc are also set to take part in the IPL. All three of them missed out the Champions Trophy just like Marsh because of injury and personal reasons.
The non-availability of big stars in the Champions Trophy costed Australia dearly as they were sent packing in the semi-final by eventual winners India.
IPL 2025 starts with defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) taking on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on March 22.
LSG play their first match on March 24 against Delhi Capitals (DC) where Rishabh Pant and KL Rahul will face their old franchises after the auction swap.
While Pant has been confirmed as the LSG captain, DC are the only franchise in league who have not named their captain for the upcoming season yet.&nbsp;

At LSG, Marsh will reunite with his former Australia and BBL side Perth Scorchers' coach Justin Langer who is heading into the second season with the Lucknow-based franchise. Cricket Sports

Australia T20I skipper Mitchell Marsh has been cleared to play the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season which starts March 22. Marsh is coming back to competitive cricket for the first time since January after a back injury. Notably, Marsh had missed out on recently-completed Champions Trophy 2025 due to the injury. He will, however, only play as a batter. Marsh's availability, as confirmed by the ESPNCricinfo, will be a huge boost for the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). The Aussie all-rounder was picked for US $400,000 at the IPL auction in November last year. Marsh being fit offers good news to LSG which recently suffered a blow after pacer Mayank Yadav was ruled out for a few initial games. Also Read: IPL 2025: Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson still not over... At LSG, Marsh will reunite with his former Australia and Big Bash League (BBL) side Perth Scorchers' coach Justin Langer who is heading into the second season with the Lucknow-based franchise. Langer replaced India coach Gautam Gambhir at LSG last season when the latter moved to KKR and won them the season as mentor. Apart from Marsh, other Aussie players namely Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc are also set to take part in the IPL. All three of them missed out the Champions Trophy just like Marsh because of injury and personal reasons. The non-availability of big stars in the Champions Trophy costed Australia dearly as they were sent packing in the semi-final by eventual winners India. IPL 2025 starts with defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) taking on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on March 22. LSG play their first match on March 24 against Delhi Capitals (DC) where Rishabh Pant and KL Rahul will face their old franchises after the auction swap. While Pant has been confirmed as the LSG captain, DC are the only franchise in league who have not named their captain for the upcoming season yet.

Aussie T20I skipper Mitchell Marsh declared fit for IPL 2025 after missing out Champions Trophy with injury

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) owner Sanjiv Goenka lauded former Indian and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain MS Dhoni in a recent interaction. Goenka, who previously owned the now-defunct Rising Pune Supergiants (RPS), worked closely with Dhoni during the latter's days in the Pune franchise. After signing Dhoni ahead of IPL 2016, the Goenka-led Pune franchise appointed him captain for the season. However, Steve Smith replaced Dhoni as the skipper for the IPL 2017 season.

There were reports of rift between Goenka and Dhoni post the latter's sacking as Pune captain. However, the businessman clarified all such claims and stated that there is no bad blood between the two. In a recent interaction, Goenka opined on his equation with the CSK legend and heaped praise on him.

"You look at MS Dhoni, I have never seen a leader like him. His thinking and way of approach, how a person at his age can reinvent himself. Look at Pathirana, he is a young bowler, Dhoni groomed him to be a lethal matchwinner. He knows how to use his players when and he thinks accordingly. Whenever I interact with him, I get to learn something,"&nbsp;Goenka said in the TRS Podcast.

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<h2>'Whenever he plays against Lucknow, the entire stadium is filled with yellow to support him'</h2>

He added, "I have an 11-year-old grandson who is crazy about cricket. Dhoni in my home taught him how to play cricket, some 5-6 years ago. He constantly asked him questions and I told my grandson ‘Leave him now’. Dhoni replied ‘Let it be, I am enjoying this conversation’. Dhoni went on to have a conversation with him for half an hour. It makes you learn that is why he is Dhoni. Whenever he plays against Lucknow, the entire stadium is filled with yellow to support him."

Dhoni will be seen in action during IPL 2025, after being retained by the Yellow Army as an uncapped player ahead of the recently-held IPL mega auction. Meanwhile, Goenka-led LSG franchise roped in Rishabh Pant, for a whopping INR 270 million (INR 27 crore), at the auction and are expected to appoint him captain for the next edition.

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) owner Sanjiv Goenka lauded former Indian and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain MS Dhoni in a recent interaction. Goenka, who previously owned the now-defunct Rising Pune Supergiants (RPS), worked closely with Dhoni during the latter's days in the Pune franchise.

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) owner Sanjiv Goenka lauded former Indian and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain MS Dhoni in a recent interaction. Goenka, who previously owned the now-defunct Rising Pune Supergiants (RPS), worked closely with Dhoni during the latter's days in the Pune franchise. After signing Dhoni ahead of IPL 2016, the Goenka-led Pune franchise appointed him captain for the season. However, Steve Smith replaced Dhoni as the skipper for the IPL 2017 season. There were reports of rift between Goenka and Dhoni post the latter's sacking as Pune captain. However, the businessman clarified all such claims and stated that there is no bad blood between the two. In a recent interaction, Goenka opined on his equation with the CSK legend and heaped praise on him. "You look at MS Dhoni, I have never seen a leader like him. His thinking and way of approach, how a person at his age can reinvent himself. Look at Pathirana, he is a young bowler, Dhoni groomed him to be a lethal matchwinner. He knows how to use his players when and he thinks accordingly. Whenever I interact with him, I get to learn something," Goenka said in the TRS Podcast. Also read: BGT, Gabba Test - BCCI needs robust selectors to take tough calls: Greg Chappell on Kohli, Rohit’s Test future 'Whenever he plays against Lucknow, the entire stadium is filled with yellow to support him' He added, "I have an 11-year-old grandson who is crazy about cricket. Dhoni in my home taught him how to play cricket, some 5-6 years ago. He constantly asked him questions and I told my grandson ‘Leave him now’. Dhoni replied ‘Let it be, I am enjoying this conversation’. Dhoni went on to have a conversation with him for half an hour. It makes you learn that is why he is Dhoni. Whenever he plays against Lucknow, the entire stadium is filled with yellow to support him." Dhoni will be seen in action during IPL 2025, after being retained by the Yellow Army as an uncapped player ahead of the recently-held IPL mega auction. Meanwhile, Goenka-led LSG franchise roped in Rishabh Pant, for a whopping INR 270 million (INR 27 crore), at the auction and are expected to appoint him captain for the next edition.

I have never seen a leader like him: LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka on his equation with CSK legend MS Dhoni

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) Sanjiv Goenka explained why he was adamant about having Rishabh Pant in his franchise for IPL 2025. In the recently-held IPL 2025 auction, in Saudi Arabia, Pant became the most expensive player, breaking the bank&nbsp;for INR 270 million (INR 27 crore). Goenka revealed how he saw a video of Pant and was keen to have someone like him&nbsp;in the LSG dressing room.

Talking on Aakash Chopra's YouTube channel, Goenka said, "I saw a video of Rishabh where he did&nbsp;dramebaazi&nbsp;(acting) on the field. He slowed the momentum (talking about Pant's act from the 2024 T20 World Cup final). I liked that attitude a lot, that you have that extra thought to change the momentum when everything was going against us by removing the pads. From that time, I had in my mind that if only Rishabh had been in my team."

"That one thing of his appealed to me a lot. Along with that, he came back from a near-fatal injury, and he has come back to a form which is better than his original form. So that resilience and ability to fight and rise again matter a lot. Rishabh is 27. So I hope he will be with LSG for the next 10-12 years."

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Goenka also spoke about LSG's new-look squad, also comprising Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram, David Miller, Avesh Khan, Nicholas Pooran, Ravi Bishnoi, etc. "Our internal feeling is that our auction was excellent. Our focus was that our middle order and finishing should be extremely strong. Our No. 3 to No. 8 is very strong. Our second wish was to go with a completely Indian pace attack instead of international pace, and explosive international batters. Now we have got a combination of the two."

Hinting at the next captain, the owner added, "We have four leaders in our team - Rishabh, Pooran, Markram and Mitch Marsh. So it becomes a very strong leadership pool of intellect and thought, and strategy. They are all people who can go with the mindset to win. Rishabh has the hunger and passion to win. So a good team has been built. We are happy. Overall, the balance is also okay and no team is 10 on 10."

LSG complete squad for IPL 2025

David Miller, Ayush Badoni, Matthew Breetzke, Himmat Singh, Aryan Juyal, Rishabh Pant, Nicholas Pooran, Abdul Samad, Mitchell Marsh, Shahbaz Ahmed, Arshin Kulkarni, Yuvraj Choudhary, Rajvardhan Hangargekar, Aiden Markram, Mayank Yadav, Avesh Khan, Akash Deep, Mohsin Khan, Shamar Joseph, Akash Singh, Prince Yadav, Ravi Bishnoi, M Siddharth, Digvesh Singh

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) Sanjiv Goenka explained why he was adamant about having Rishabh Pant in his franchise for IPL 2025. In the recently-held IPL 2025 auction, in Saudi Arabia, Pant became the most expensive player, breaking the bank for INR 270 million (INR 27 crore).

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) Sanjiv Goenka explained why he was adamant about having Rishabh Pant in his franchise for IPL 2025. In the recently-held IPL 2025 auction, in Saudi Arabia, Pant became the most expensive player, breaking the bank for INR 270 million (INR 27 crore). Goenka revealed how he saw a video of Pant and was keen to have someone like him in the LSG dressing room. Talking on Aakash Chopra's YouTube channel, Goenka said, "I saw a video of Rishabh where he did dramebaazi (acting) on the field. He slowed the momentum (talking about Pant's act from the 2024 T20 World Cup final). I liked that attitude a lot, that you have that extra thought to change the momentum when everything was going against us by removing the pads. From that time, I had in my mind that if only Rishabh had been in my team." "That one thing of his appealed to me a lot. Along with that, he came back from a near-fatal injury, and he has come back to a form which is better than his original form. So that resilience and ability to fight and rise again matter a lot. Rishabh is 27. So I hope he will be with LSG for the next 10-12 years." Also read: Ajinkya Rahane, not Venkatesh Iyer, leads race to captain KKR in IPL 2025 – Report Goenka also spoke about LSG's new-look squad, also comprising Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram, David Miller, Avesh Khan, Nicholas Pooran, Ravi Bishnoi, etc. "Our internal feeling is that our auction was excellent. Our focus was that our middle order and finishing should be extremely strong. Our No. 3 to No. 8 is very strong. Our second wish was to go with a completely Indian pace attack instead of international pace, and explosive international batters. Now we have got a combination of the two." Hinting at the next captain, the owner added, "We have four leaders in our team - Rishabh, Pooran, Markram and Mitch Marsh. So it becomes a very strong leadership pool of intellect and thought, and strategy. They are all people who can go with the mindset to win. Rishabh has the hunger and passion to win. So a good team has been built. We are happy. Overall, the balance is also okay and no team is 10 on 10." LSG complete squad for IPL 2025 David Miller, Ayush Badoni, Matthew Breetzke, Himmat Singh, Aryan Juyal, Rishabh Pant, Nicholas Pooran, Abdul Samad, Mitchell Marsh, Shahbaz Ahmed, Arshin Kulkarni, Yuvraj Choudhary, Rajvardhan Hangargekar, Aiden Markram, Mayank Yadav, Avesh Khan, Akash Deep, Mohsin Khan, Shamar Joseph, Akash Singh, Prince Yadav, Ravi Bishnoi, M Siddharth, Digvesh Singh

LSG owner explains why he broke the bank for Rishabh Pant, hints who can lead franchise in IPL 2025

KL Rahul parted ways with the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) during the two-day IPL 2025 mega auction, held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. On the first day of the auction proceedings, Rahul was up for grabs as the Delhi Capitals (DC) acquired him for INR 140 million (INR 14 crore) with LSG not using the Right To Match (RTM) card. Rahul led the Lucknow franchise from IPL 2022-24. However, the franchise failed to reach the playoffs in IPL 2024 and a lot of questions were raised on Rahul's strike rate. LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka's animated chat with Rahul during the 2024 edition also made a lot of noise. Hence, his exit was always on the cards.

After his departure, Rahul reacted on X with a heartfelt post. He wrote on the social media platform, "Grateful to the coaches, teammates and the fans who made this journey with LSG unforgettable. Thank you for the trust, memories, energy and unwavering support. Here’s to new beginnings!"

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Under Rahul, LSG reached the playoffs in their first two seasons, in 2022 and 2023 but bowed out in the Eliminator. The right-hander ended his association with the franchise amassing&nbsp;1,410 runs&nbsp;at an average of 41.47, along with a strike rate of 130.68.&nbsp;

The right-hander has moved to the Delhi franchise where he will be playing alongside big names such as Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Mitchell Starc, Faf du Plessis, etc.

DC squad for IPL 2025:&nbsp;Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Tristan Stubbs, Abishek Porel, Mitchell Starc, KL Rahul, Harry Brook, Jake Fraser-McGurk, T. Natarajan, Karun Nair, Sameer Rizvi, Ashutosh Sharma, Mohit Sharma, Faf du Plessis, Mukesh Kumar, Darshan Nalkande, Vipraj Nigam, Dushmantha Chameera, Donovan Ferreira, Ajay Mandal, Manvanth Kumar, Tripurana Vijay, Madhav Tiwari

KL Rahul parted ways with the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) during the two-day IPL 2025 mega auction, held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. On the first day of the auction proceedings, Rahul was up for grabs as the Delhi Capitals (DC) acquired him for INR 140 million (INR 14 crore) with LSG not using the Right To Match (RTM) card.

KL Rahul parted ways with the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) during the two-day IPL 2025 mega auction, held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. On the first day of the auction proceedings, Rahul was up for grabs as the Delhi Capitals (DC) acquired him for INR 140 million (INR 14 crore) with LSG not using the Right To Match (RTM) card. Rahul led the Lucknow franchise from IPL 2022-24. However, the franchise failed to reach the playoffs in IPL 2024 and a lot of questions were raised on Rahul's strike rate. LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka's animated chat with Rahul during the 2024 edition also made a lot of noise. Hence, his exit was always on the cards. After his departure, Rahul reacted on X with a heartfelt post. He wrote on the social media platform, "Grateful to the coaches, teammates and the fans who made this journey with LSG unforgettable. Thank you for the trust, memories, energy and unwavering support. Here’s to new beginnings!" Grateful to the coaches, teammates and the fans who made this journey with LSG unforgettable. Thank you for the trust, memories, energy and unwavering support. Here’s to new beginnings! ✌️ pic.twitter.com/Vz5XFeDjwV — K L Rahul (@klrahul) November 27, 2024 × Also read: Prithvi Shaw should be embarrassed that no one bid for him, says Md Kaif post IPL 2025 auction Under Rahul, LSG reached the playoffs in their first two seasons, in 2022 and 2023 but bowed out in the Eliminator. The right-hander ended his association with the franchise amassing 1,410 runs at an average of 41.47, along with a strike rate of 130.68. The right-hander has moved to the Delhi franchise where he will be playing alongside big names such as Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Mitchell Starc, Faf du Plessis, etc. DC squad for IPL 2025: Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Tristan Stubbs, Abishek Porel, Mitchell Starc, KL Rahul, Harry Brook, Jake Fraser-McGurk, T. Natarajan, Karun Nair, Sameer Rizvi, Ashutosh Sharma, Mohit Sharma, Faf du Plessis, Mukesh Kumar, Darshan Nalkande, Vipraj Nigam, Dushmantha Chameera, Donovan Ferreira, Ajay Mandal, Manvanth Kumar, Tripurana Vijay, Madhav Tiwari

IPL 2025: 'Thank you...', KL Rahul reacts as he parts ways with LSG to join DC

The IPL franchises on Thursday (Oct 31) revealed their retention lists with many marquee players being released. The likes of KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, Rishabh Pant were some big Indian names who got released from Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Delhi Capitals (DC), respectively. Rahul, who led LSG from 2022-24, was under the scanner in IPL 2024 for his leadership and ineffective strike rate.

He was hence shown the door by the Sanjiv Goenka-led Lucknow franchise.

Soon after his release, Goenka's remark of 'team over personal milestones' made heads turn.

Geonka said in a statement, "It was a simple mindset to go in with players who have a mindset to win, who put the team first before their personal goals and personal aspirations and we wanted to retain as much as of core we could."

Notably, after a good start, LSG slipped down the ladder in IPL 2024. Following their heavy loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), in Hyderabad, Goenka's animated chat with Rahul&nbsp;on the sidelines made heads turn and displayed that all is not well between Rahul and the team owner. Thus, his release isn't surprising.

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Moreover, LSG skipper Rahul was often criticised for his pace while at the crease. In IPL 2024, he struck at 136.13. Overall, he played 38 games for LSG and scored 1,410 runs. In his three seasons for Lucknow, Rahul never managed to get his strike-rate past the 140-mark. It will be interesting to see which team backs and acquires Rahul in the forthcoming&nbsp;mega auction.

LSG, on the other hand, have retained Nicholas Pooran, Ravi Bishnoi, Mayank Yadav, Mohsin Khan and Ayush Badoni and&nbsp;head into IPL 2025 auction with INR 690 million (INR 69 crore). The mega auction dates are expected to be out soon.

The IPL franchises on Thursday (Oct 31) revealed their retention lists with many marquee players being released. The likes of KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, Rishabh Pant were some big Indian names who got released from Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Delhi Capitals (DC), respectively.

The IPL franchises on Thursday (Oct 31) revealed their retention lists with many marquee players being released. The likes of KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, Rishabh Pant were some big Indian names who got released from Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Delhi Capitals (DC), respectively. Rahul, who led LSG from 2022-24, was under the scanner in IPL 2024 for his leadership and ineffective strike rate. He was hence shown the door by the Sanjiv Goenka-led Lucknow franchise. Soon after his release, Goenka's remark of 'team over personal milestones' made heads turn. Geonka said in a statement, "It was a simple mindset to go in with players who have a mindset to win, who put the team first before their personal goals and personal aspirations and we wanted to retain as much as of core we could." Notably, after a good start, LSG slipped down the ladder in IPL 2024. Following their heavy loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), in Hyderabad, Goenka's animated chat with Rahul on the sidelines made heads turn and displayed that all is not well between Rahul and the team owner. Thus, his release isn't surprising. Also read: IPL 2025: Delhi Capitals, Rishabh Pant part ways as star batter to enter auction, 4 players retained Moreover, LSG skipper Rahul was often criticised for his pace while at the crease. In IPL 2024, he struck at 136.13. Overall, he played 38 games for LSG and scored 1,410 runs. In his three seasons for Lucknow, Rahul never managed to get his strike-rate past the 140-mark. It will be interesting to see which team backs and acquires Rahul in the forthcoming mega auction. LSG, on the other hand, have retained Nicholas Pooran, Ravi Bishnoi, Mayank Yadav, Mohsin Khan and Ayush Badoni and head into IPL 2025 auction with INR 690 million (INR 69 crore). The mega auction dates are expected to be out soon.

IPL 2025: LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka's 'team over personal milestones' remark goes VIRAL after KL Rahul's release

India's latest pace sensation Mayank Yadav rose to stardom with his 156 km/h rockets in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 while playing for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). The pacer, however, got injured during the tournament and has not played in any competitive cricket ever since.

Mayank is currently under rehabilitation programme at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru and was not selected for upcoming domestic Duleep Trophy. His Sonnet Club coach Devendra Sharma, who had mentored the bowler for years, shared an update regarding the fitness.&nbsp;

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“Like in the morning, he is made to bowl, followed by rehab session and exercise routine. After this, he again does his bowling in the nets. All of this is something which he is doing there on a daily basis, as per what he told me,” said Devendra on his NCA schedule, as reported by news agency IANS.

“He bowls eight-ten overs daily, and I did ask him why he wasn’t named in Duleep Trophy squads. To this, Mayank replied, ‘Sir, I have been told not to go into it as I can’t put too much load on my body and concentrate on white-ball cricket for now’,” Devendra added.

Mayank is expected to reach highs of bowling shall he remain injury-free—something which he has found difficult so far.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) also realises Mayank's potential and has included him in the list of players with bowling contract.

Under this contract, Mayank, alongside all other names, will be placed under NCA's Sports Science and Medical team’s supervision, which will take care of his injury management and fitness programme.

The other bowlers who have a bowling contract from BCCI apart from Mayank are: Umran Malik, Akash Deep, Tushar Deshpande, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Yash Dayal and Vidwath Kaverappa.

India's latest pace sensation Mayank Yadav rose to stardom with his 156 km/h rockets in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 while playing for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG).

India's latest pace sensation Mayank Yadav rose to stardom with his 156 km/h rockets in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 while playing for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). The pacer, however, got injured during the tournament and has not played in any competitive cricket ever since. Mayank is currently under rehabilitation programme at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru and was not selected for upcoming domestic Duleep Trophy. His Sonnet Club coach Devendra Sharma, who had mentored the bowler for years, shared an update regarding the fitness. Also Read: R Ashwin highlights MAJOR captaincy difference between Rohit Sharma compared to MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli “Like in the morning, he is made to bowl, followed by rehab session and exercise routine. After this, he again does his bowling in the nets. All of this is something which he is doing there on a daily basis, as per what he told me,” said Devendra on his NCA schedule, as reported by news agency IANS. “He bowls eight-ten overs daily, and I did ask him why he wasn’t named in Duleep Trophy squads. To this, Mayank replied, ‘Sir, I have been told not to go into it as I can’t put too much load on my body and concentrate on white-ball cricket for now’,” Devendra added. Mayank is expected to reach highs of bowling shall he remain injury-free—something which he has found difficult so far. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) also realises Mayank's potential and has included him in the list of players with bowling contract. Under this contract, Mayank, alongside all other names, will be placed under NCA's Sports Science and Medical team’s supervision, which will take care of his injury management and fitness programme. The other bowlers who have a bowling contract from BCCI apart from Mayank are: Umran Malik, Akash Deep, Tushar Deshpande, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Yash Dayal and Vidwath Kaverappa.

'Told not to go...,' pacer Mayank Yadav reveals reason behind not playing Duleep Trophy

Priyansh Arya and Ayush Badoni broke multiple T20 records on Saturday (Aug 31) while playing for South Delhi Superstarz in Delhi &amp; District Cricket Association's (DDCA) Delhi Premier League (DPL). Both the batters hit centuries as South Delhi crossed the 300-run mark in their 20 overs against North Delhi Strikers.

The records, however, are not counted in first-class cricket as it is not directly a Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) tournament.&nbsp;

Both the batters, however, showed sublime hitting, adding 286 runs for the second wicket - the highest ever partnership for any wicket in a T20 match including first class and franchise-based tournaments.

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Superstarz posted a total of 308/5 in 20 overs - second only to Nepal's 314/3 against Mongolia in a T20I last year. This is only the second time that a team has crossed the 300-run mark in a T20 innings.

Individually, Badoni, who plays for Lucknow Super Giants in Indian Premier League (IPL), scored 165 off 55 balls with 19 sixes - the most ever in a T20I innings by a batter. Badoni overtook the likes of Chris Gayle and Estonia's Sahil Chauhan for the record.

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Badoni's 165 is also the third highest T20 score by an individual - behind Gayle's 175 not out and Aussie Aaron Finch's 172.

As for Arya, he scored 120 off just 50 balls including six sixes in an over. He equalled Yuvraj Singh, Nicholas Pooran and Kieron Pollard for hitting six sixes in an over. Have a look at the video below:

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There’s nothing Priyansh Arya can’t do 🔥<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AdaniDPLT20?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AdaniDPLT20</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AdaniDelhiPremierLeagueT20?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AdaniDelhiPremierLeagueT20</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DilliKiDahaad?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DilliKiDahaad</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/JioCinema?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JioCinema</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Sports18?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Sports18</a> <a href="https://t.co/lr7YloC58D">pic.twitter.com/lr7YloC58D</a>
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Overall, Superstarz hit 31 sixes in their innings - the most in a T20 innings by a team, surpassing previous best of 26 by Nepal during the Asian Games 2023 against Mongolia.

DPL is one of the many state cricket association-backed T20 leagues with others being Tamil Nadu Premier League and Maharaja Trophy (Karnataka).

Priyansh Arya and Ayush Badoni broke multiple T20 records on Saturday (Aug 31) while playing for South Delhi Superstarz in Delhi & District Cricket Association's (DDCA) Delhi Premier League (DPL).

Priyansh Arya and Ayush Badoni broke multiple T20 records on Saturday (Aug 31) while playing for South Delhi Superstarz in Delhi & District Cricket Association's (DDCA) Delhi Premier League (DPL). Both the batters hit centuries as South Delhi crossed the 300-run mark in their 20 overs against North Delhi Strikers. The records, however, are not counted in first-class cricket as it is not directly a Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) tournament. Both the batters, however, showed sublime hitting, adding 286 runs for the second wicket - the highest ever partnership for any wicket in a T20 match including first class and franchise-based tournaments. Also Read: 'Maids working at homes...,' Pakistan batter launches scathing attack at PCB Superstarz posted a total of 308/5 in 20 overs - second only to Nepal's 314/3 against Mongolia in a T20I last year. This is only the second time that a team has crossed the 300-run mark in a T20 innings. Individually, Badoni, who plays for Lucknow Super Giants in Indian Premier League (IPL), scored 165 off 55 balls with 19 sixes - the most ever in a T20I innings by a batter. Badoni overtook the likes of Chris Gayle and Estonia's Sahil Chauhan for the record. AYUSH BADONI HAS JUST SCORED 165(55) WITH 19 SIXES 🤯🤯🤯🤯 pic.twitter.com/3SpihBALNL — Lucknow Super Giants (@LucknowIPL) August 31, 2024 × Badoni's 165 is also the third highest T20 score by an individual - behind Gayle's 175 not out and Aussie Aaron Finch's 172. As for Arya, he scored 120 off just 50 balls including six sixes in an over. He equalled Yuvraj Singh, Nicholas Pooran and Kieron Pollard for hitting six sixes in an over. Have a look at the video below: 6️⃣ 𝐒𝐈𝐗𝐄𝐒 𝐢𝐧 𝐚𝐧 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 🤩 There’s nothing Priyansh Arya can’t do 🔥#AdaniDPLT20 #AdaniDelhiPremierLeagueT20 #DilliKiDahaad | @JioCinema @Sports18 pic.twitter.com/lr7YloC58D — Delhi Premier League T20 (@DelhiPLT20) August 31, 2024 × Overall, Superstarz hit 31 sixes in their innings - the most in a T20 innings by a team, surpassing previous best of 26 by Nepal during the Asian Games 2023 against Mongolia. DPL is one of the many state cricket association-backed T20 leagues with others being Tamil Nadu Premier League and Maharaja Trophy (Karnataka).

IPL player Ayush Badoni hits 19 sixes, partner Priyansh Arya smashes six 6s in over as team posts 308 in T20

IPL 2024 saw Hardik Pandya returning to Mumbai Indians (MI) camp and replacing Rohit Sharma as the captain. Meanwhile, there was a lot of drama in the&nbsp;Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) franchise as well. KL Rahul had a forgettable run as a captain with LSG ending seventh and failing to make the playoffs. As a&nbsp;batter, he ended&nbsp;with a mediocre strike-rate of 136.12 despite making 520 runs. In addition, a clip went viral with LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka having an animated discussion with Rahul amid LSG's struggles in the business end of this year's edition. With Rohit's removal as MI captain and Goenka-Rahul's video going viral, many thought Hitman might enter the IPL 2025 auction and LSG can aim for Rohit to succeed Rahul (with reports even claiming that they have kept aside a whopping INR 500 million, i.e. INR 50 crore,&nbsp;for the Mumbaikar). Goenka has finally reacted on this possibility.

<h2>'Do you even know if Rohit Sharma is entering the auction?'</h2>

In an interaction with Sportstar,&nbsp;LSG owner Goenka reacted to a possibility of buying Rohit and said, "Do you even know if Rohit Sharma is entering the auction? This is all unnecessary. It all depends on whether Mumbai Indians release Rohit Sharma or not. And even if Rohit comes to auction... if you put 50 per cent of your purse on one player, how will you buy other players?&nbsp;(chuckles)"

He further opined, "Everyone wishes to have the best captain and best players. It's not about wanting. It all depends on what you have, and what is available, and what all you can do with it. Everyone franchise will have the same desire."

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On Wednesday (Aug 28), LSG unveiled former Indian pacer Zaheer Khan as the team mentor. During the event, Goenka also brushed aside rift rumours with Rahul. "Look, I've been meeting KL regularly over last three years. I'm a little surprised this meeting got so much attention. As I've said we have not taken any call till the retention rules are out."

"But KL has been an integral and important part of the LSG family since inception. He's played a very important role. He's like family and will be family," he added.

IPL 2024 saw Hardik Pandya returning to Mumbai Indians (MI) camp and replacing Rohit Sharma as the captain. Meanwhile, there was a lot of drama in the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) franchise as well.

IPL 2024 saw Hardik Pandya returning to Mumbai Indians (MI) camp and replacing Rohit Sharma as the captain. Meanwhile, there was a lot of drama in the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) franchise as well. KL Rahul had a forgettable run as a captain with LSG ending seventh and failing to make the playoffs. As a batter, he ended with a mediocre strike-rate of 136.12 despite making 520 runs. In addition, a clip went viral with LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka having an animated discussion with Rahul amid LSG's struggles in the business end of this year's edition. With Rohit's removal as MI captain and Goenka-Rahul's video going viral, many thought Hitman might enter the IPL 2025 auction and LSG can aim for Rohit to succeed Rahul (with reports even claiming that they have kept aside a whopping INR 500 million, i.e. INR 50 crore, for the Mumbaikar). Goenka has finally reacted on this possibility. 'Do you even know if Rohit Sharma is entering the auction?' In an interaction with Sportstar, LSG owner Goenka reacted to a possibility of buying Rohit and said, "Do you even know if Rohit Sharma is entering the auction? This is all unnecessary. It all depends on whether Mumbai Indians release Rohit Sharma or not. And even if Rohit comes to auction... if you put 50 per cent of your purse on one player, how will you buy other players? (chuckles)" He further opined, "Everyone wishes to have the best captain and best players. It's not about wanting. It all depends on what you have, and what is available, and what all you can do with it. Everyone franchise will have the same desire." Also read: FAKE VIDEO ALERT! Clip of Virat Kohli SCOLDING Shubman Gill goes viral - Watch On Wednesday (Aug 28), LSG unveiled former Indian pacer Zaheer Khan as the team mentor. During the event, Goenka also brushed aside rift rumours with Rahul. "Look, I've been meeting KL regularly over last three years. I'm a little surprised this meeting got so much attention. As I've said we have not taken any call till the retention rules are out." "But KL has been an integral and important part of the LSG family since inception. He's played a very important role. He's like family and will be family," he added.

'If you put 50 per cent of your purse..', LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka on possibility of buying MI's Rohit Sharma

Indian Premier League (IPL) side Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) might see a new captain in the new season. The developments were reported by news agency IANS that wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul is all set to be replaced. The decision was taken at the recent meeting with CEO Sanjiv Goenka.

“The meeting was official with the CEO Sanjiv Goenka on Monday, the captaincy and retention topics were discussed. However, Rahul is unlikely to captain the side in the upcoming edition as he wants to explore himself more as a batter. Goenka has full confidence in Rahul and he will be retained as a player, but will not be seen captaining the side,” reported IANS citing sources close to the franchise.

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“We are still exploring the captaincy option but with BCCI agreeing on player retention conditions we have two players (Krunal Pandya and Nicholas Poran) in race,” he added.

There were speculations of the same ever since Goenka and Rahul were seen in an animated discussion during one of the IPL matches last season.

Rahul has been the captain of the side ever since it made its debut in IPL 2021.

The India batter is, however, often criticised for his slow strike rate during the IPL and international games and was most recently not picked of the T20 World Cup 2024 which India went on to win.

<h2>Punjab Kings could chase Rohit Sharma</h2>

Former Mumbai Indians captain and star batter Rohit Sharma could play for another franchise if MI decides against retaining him ahead of IPL 2025. With all teams involved eagerly awaiting BCCI’s decision on changes concerning auction rules, including the reintroduction of the Right to Match (RTM) card and clarity on number of retentions, one specific team – Punjab Kings, has expressed keenness in bagging Rohit’s service, provided they have the balance.

Indian Premier League (IPL) side Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) might see a new captain in the new season. The developments were reported by news agency IANS that wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul is all set to be replaced.

Indian Premier League (IPL) side Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) might see a new captain in the new season. The developments were reported by news agency IANS that wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul is all set to be replaced. The decision was taken at the recent meeting with CEO Sanjiv Goenka. “The meeting was official with the CEO Sanjiv Goenka on Monday, the captaincy and retention topics were discussed. However, Rahul is unlikely to captain the side in the upcoming edition as he wants to explore himself more as a batter. Goenka has full confidence in Rahul and he will be retained as a player, but will not be seen captaining the side,” reported IANS citing sources close to the franchise. Also Read: Duleep Trophy first round: Mohammed Siraj, Umran Malik ruled out with illness, Ravindra Jadeja withdraws “We are still exploring the captaincy option but with BCCI agreeing on player retention conditions we have two players (Krunal Pandya and Nicholas Poran) in race,” he added. There were speculations of the same ever since Goenka and Rahul were seen in an animated discussion during one of the IPL matches last season. Rahul has been the captain of the side ever since it made its debut in IPL 2021. The India batter is, however, often criticised for his slow strike rate during the IPL and international games and was most recently not picked of the T20 World Cup 2024 which India went on to win. Punjab Kings could chase Rohit Sharma Former Mumbai Indians captain and star batter Rohit Sharma could play for another franchise if MI decides against retaining him ahead of IPL 2025. With all teams involved eagerly awaiting BCCI’s decision on changes concerning auction rules, including the reintroduction of the Right to Match (RTM) card and clarity on number of retentions, one specific team – Punjab Kings, has expressed keenness in bagging Rohit’s service, provided they have the balance.

KL Rahul to be replaced as Lucknow Super Giants captain - Report

Amit Mishra, who has been part of the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) since the franchise's admission in 2022, feels the Sanjiv Goenka-owned side will look for a 'better captain' than KL Rahul for IPL 2025. Since they came into the picture, LSG have been captained by Rahul. Under Rahul, the team reached the playoffs in IPL 2022 and IPL 2023 before ending seventh in IPL 2024. During this year's edition, Lucknow were on course to reach the playoffs, however, fell flat in their last few games by big margins. After their defeat to eventual runners-up SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH), in Hyderabad, LSG owner Goenka was seen having a heated discussion with Rahul. The video went viral in no time and many feel Rahul won't be part of Lucknow from the next season. Mishra, in a recent interaction, played down the Goenka-Rahul episode but feels LSG will opt for a 'better captain, who understands the pulse of T20s.

<h2>'A person with right mentality for T20s should be captain. Someone who plays for the team should be captain'</h2>

Mishra said&nbsp;during his interaction with Subhankar Mishra on his YouTube show, "It does not matter if he is in the Indian team or not. But a person who has the right mentality for T20s should be the captain. Someone who plays for the team should be the captain. I am sure LSG will look for a better captain."

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Mishra also reflected on Goenka's chat with Rahul post-LSG's ten-wicket loss to SRH in match 57 in Hyderabad. The former Indian spinner said, "Goenka was disappointed. We lost two back-to-back matches very badly. Against KKR, we lost by some 90-100 runs and against SRH, the match was finished within 10 overs. It felt like we were bowling them during a net practice session. If I am so angry about it, will someone who has actually put money into the team not feel angry?"

He added, "It was not a huge deal. But I later came to know that he said that the bowling was very bad and the team should have shown some fight. It looked like you have completely surrendered. But I feel people and media hyped it up a bit."

The chat between Rahul and Goenka made heads turn during this year's edition, won by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). With a mega auction to be held later this year, Rahul might be released by LSG as the keeper-batter can opt for a new franchise.&nbsp;

Amit Mishra, who has been part of the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) since the franchise's admission in 2022, feels the Sanjiv Goenka-owned side will look for a 'better captain' than KL Rahul for IPL 2025.

Amit Mishra, who has been part of the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) since the franchise's admission in 2022, feels the Sanjiv Goenka-owned side will look for a 'better captain' than KL Rahul for IPL 2025. Since they came into the picture, LSG have been captained by Rahul. Under Rahul, the team reached the playoffs in IPL 2022 and IPL 2023 before ending seventh in IPL 2024. During this year's edition, Lucknow were on course to reach the playoffs, however, fell flat in their last few games by big margins. After their defeat to eventual runners-up SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH), in Hyderabad, LSG owner Goenka was seen having a heated discussion with Rahul. The video went viral in no time and many feel Rahul won't be part of Lucknow from the next season. Mishra, in a recent interaction, played down the Goenka-Rahul episode but feels LSG will opt for a 'better captain, who understands the pulse of T20s. 'A person with right mentality for T20s should be captain. Someone who plays for the team should be captain' Mishra said during his interaction with Subhankar Mishra on his YouTube show, "It does not matter if he is in the Indian team or not. But a person who has the right mentality for T20s should be the captain. Someone who plays for the team should be the captain. I am sure LSG will look for a better captain." Also read: Virat Kohli not the same after fame and power, Rohit Sharma unchanged: Former Indian spinner's BIG claim Mishra also reflected on Goenka's chat with Rahul post-LSG's ten-wicket loss to SRH in match 57 in Hyderabad. The former Indian spinner said, "Goenka was disappointed. We lost two back-to-back matches very badly. Against KKR, we lost by some 90-100 runs and against SRH, the match was finished within 10 overs. It felt like we were bowling them during a net practice session. If I am so angry about it, will someone who has actually put money into the team not feel angry?" He added, "It was not a huge deal. But I later came to know that he said that the bowling was very bad and the team should have shown some fight. It looked like you have completely surrendered. But I feel people and media hyped it up a bit." The chat between Rahul and Goenka made heads turn during this year's edition, won by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). With a mega auction to be held later this year, Rahul might be released by LSG as the keeper-batter can opt for a new franchise.

'Someone who plays for the team...': No KL Rahul? Mishra feels 'LSG will look for better captain' for IPL 2025

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) assistant coach Lance Klusener has provided the first official communication from the franchise after owner Sanjiv Goenka was caught on camera, having a go at captain KL Rahul.

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) assistant coach Lance Klusener has provided the first official communication from the franchise after owner Sanjiv Goenka was caught on camera, having a go at captain KL Rahul. Klusener on Monday (May 13), played down the controversy, saying Goenka's outburst was nothing more than a "robust discussion between two cricket lovers". The incident took place after SunRisers Hyderabad mauled LSG last week by chasing a 166-run target in under 10 overs. After the match, Goenka could be seen giving an earful to Rahul who somehow kept his composure. "I don't see any problem with some robust discussion between two cricket lovers. So for us, I guess it's just a storm in a teacup. We love a robust discussion. I think that's how teams get better. So, it's not a big thing for us," Klusener told media during the pre-match conference. While the former South African cricketer attempted to neutralise the situation, social media has been brewing with anger against Goenka. Fans commented that keeping the captain accountable was the owner's job but the way it was done could have been avoided. Many suggested that Goenka could have talked to Rahul in a docile manner by sitting across the table in a room. Watch | IPL 2024: LSG boss Sanjiv Goenka fumes after loss vs SRH, animated talk with KL Rahul goes viral No change in captaincy Klusener sympathised with Rahul and quashed the rumours suggesting that LSG ownership was mulling the proposal to remove him as the captain. "Certainly no discussions around that (captaincy)," said Klusener, adding: "KL has got his own unique style which has made him a fantastic player and respected around the world. I think this IPL has been exceptionally tough for him because we've kept losing wickets at stages which hasn't allowed him to kick on where he likes. He probably feels like he's always having to rebuild." Also read | IPL 2024: 'What's bothering them? You are earning...' - Sehwag BLASTS LSG owner Goenka's act against Rahul "Probably (he) would have liked to have at least one or two hundreds that haven't worked out for him. But there's still a couple of games left. He's in a good space. So, we've got our fingers crossed again for him." LSG are currently at the seventh spot with 12 points but have a poor Net Run Rate (NRR); i.e. -0.769. They have two more games to play -- both away encounters versus Delhi Capitals (DC) and Mumbai Indians (MI). Any slip-up and the team may have to bid adieu to its hopes of qualifying for the playoffs. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Don’t see any problem’: LSG coach Lance Klusener downplays KL Rahul-Sanjiv Goenka spat

KL Rahul could let go of LSG captaincy for the remaining two matches in IPL 2024 to concentrate entirely on his batting, per the latest reports. After suffering bashing at the hands of SunRisers Hyderabad the other night, LSG CEO Sanjiv Goenka had an animated chat with the captain following the side's lacklustre performance at home.

KL Rahul could let go of LSG captaincy for the remaining two matches in IPL 2024 to concentrate entirely on his batting, per the latest reports. After suffering bashing at the hands of SunRisers Hyderabad the other night, LSG CEO Sanjiv Goenka had an animated chat with the captain following the side's lacklustre performance at home. The reports also suggested that the franchise is thinking against retaining Rahul at the next mega auction. LSG's last home game was one to forget, as they lost to SRH by 10 wickets. If such a result doesn't bother a cricket fan, let alone LSG's, knowing that the touring side chased the target (161) inside 10 overs would. Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma played blinders to see their side through. While the Aussie great smashed an unbeaten 89 off 30 balls, hitting eight sixes and as many fours, Abhishek took 75 from 28 balls, whacking six sixes. However, given how clueless LSG looked while defending 161, and more so considering how KL fared with the bat on the same wicket in the first innings, scoring 29 from 33, striking at under 90, his call to step aside from the captaincy for the remainder of the season makes sense. "There is a five-day gap before the next game against DC. As of now, no decision has been taken, but it is understood that if Rahul plans to just concentrate on his batting for the remaining two games, the management won't mind," an IPL source told PTI news agency on conditions of anonymity. ALSO READ: IPL 2024: 'I want to be as good as Bumrah' - Harshal Patel on mastering death bowling art Meanwhile, LSG remains in contention for a playoff spot with 16 points (if they win their remaining two matches), but Rahul's under-par show at the top despite nearing 500 runs this season has been a concern for the team. Although his strike rate of 136.07 has been the talking point, based on the same lines, Rahul fell behind in the race for the 2024 T20 World Cup spot, with the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee picking Sanju Samson and Rishabh Pant as first-choice keeper-batters for the 20-team tournament starting June 1. LSG look to part ways with KL Rahul LSG brought KL ahead of their debut season (in 2022), naming him the captain since. While they failed to win an IPL, unlike fellow debutants Gujarat Titans, which won the 2022 edition, the LSG made it to the playoffs in the past two seasons. With the mega auction coming up, the franchise is yet to decide on retaining KL Rahul; however, following the visuals of LSG CEO Goenka bashing KL doing rounds on social media, speculation rises around Rahul's future at LSG. (With inputs from agencies)

IPL: LSG unlikely to retain KL Rahul at next mega auction as star batter vows to leave captaincy - Reports

SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) recorded the fastest run chase in T20 history as they chased the target of 167 in 9.4 overs against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Wednesday (May 8) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024.&nbsp;For SRH, Travis Head scored 89 not out off 30 balls while Abhishek Sharma scored unbeaten 75 off 28 balls as they won by 10 wickets.

Head hit eight fours and eight sixes in his innings during which he reached his fifty off just 16 balls. Abhishek, on the other hand, smashed eight fours and six sixes as well, reaching his fifty in just 19 balls. The duo also scored 107 runs in the powerplay - the second most ever in the first six overs of the IPL. The record of most runs in the IPL history of 125 runs also belongs to SRH.

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The duo spared no LSG bowlers with Krishnappa Gowtham being the most economical - going at 14.50 runs per over in two overs his bowled. Apart from him, Ravi Bishnoi was hit for 34 runs in two overs, Yash Thakur got hit for 47 runs in 2.4 overs, Naveen-ul-Haq went for 37 runs in two overs while Ayush Badoni was the costliest of all - going for 19 runs in his only over.

Earlier, LSG skipper KL Rahul won the toss and elected to bat first in Hyderabad. The decision was proven wrong quickly as Quinton de Kock, who return to the side, went back in the third over with just 13 on the scorer board. LSG lost Marcus Stoinis in the powerplay as well and closed the first six overs at 27/2.

Rahul, who made an impressive 33-ball 29, was the third wicket to fall with LSG being 57/3 at the halfway mark. Krunal Pandya was next to go as LSG lost four wickets for 66 runs. Nicholas Pooran (not out 48 off 26) and Badoni (unbeaten 55 off 30) then added 99 runs &nbsp;- the most for fifth wicket for LSG as the team finished at 165/4 in 20 overs.

SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) recorded the fastest run chase in T20 history as they chased the target of 167 in 9.4 overs against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Wednesday (May 8) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024.

SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) recorded the fastest run chase in T20 history as they chased the target of 167 in 9.4 overs against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Wednesday (May 8) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. For SRH, Travis Head scored 89 not out off 30 balls while Abhishek Sharma scored unbeaten 75 off 28 balls as they won by 10 wickets. Head hit eight fours and eight sixes in his innings during which he reached his fifty off just 16 balls. Abhishek, on the other hand, smashed eight fours and six sixes as well, reaching his fifty in just 19 balls. The duo also scored 107 runs in the powerplay - the second most ever in the first six overs of the IPL. The record of most runs in the IPL history of 125 runs also belongs to SRH. Also Read: SRH's Travis Head equals unique record with 16-ball fifty in record chase vs LSG The duo spared no LSG bowlers with Krishnappa Gowtham being the most economical - going at 14.50 runs per over in two overs his bowled. Apart from him, Ravi Bishnoi was hit for 34 runs in two overs, Yash Thakur got hit for 47 runs in 2.4 overs, Naveen-ul-Haq went for 37 runs in two overs while Ayush Badoni was the costliest of all - going for 19 runs in his only over. Earlier, LSG skipper KL Rahul won the toss and elected to bat first in Hyderabad. The decision was proven wrong quickly as Quinton de Kock, who return to the side, went back in the third over with just 13 on the scorer board. LSG lost Marcus Stoinis in the powerplay as well and closed the first six overs at 27/2. Rahul, who made an impressive 33-ball 29, was the third wicket to fall with LSG being 57/3 at the halfway mark. Krunal Pandya was next to go as LSG lost four wickets for 66 runs. Nicholas Pooran (not out 48 off 26) and Badoni (unbeaten 55 off 30) then added 99 runs - the most for fifth wicket for LSG as the team finished at 165/4 in 20 overs.

IPL 2024: Head, Abhishek power SRH to fastest run chase in all T20s vs LSG

SunRisers Hyderabad's (SRH) Travis Head has equalled Delhi Capitals (DC) batter Jake Fraser-McGurk's Indian Premier League (IPL) record of scoring most fifties in or under 19 balls. Both the players now have three fifties each in or under 19 balls in the IPL. Head reached the record in the match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Wednesday (May 8) by scoring a 16-ball fifty.

Head and Fraser-McGurk have scored their all three fastest fifties in the ongoing IPL season. Head's two other fifties apart from the one against LSG on Wednesday came against Delhi Capitals off 16 balls (April 20) and Mumbai Indians off 18 balls (March 27).

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Fraser-McGurk, on the other hand, scored his fastest fifties against SRH off 15 balls (April 20), Mumbai Indians off 15 balls (April 27), and Rajasthan Royals off 19 balls (May 7).

Thanks to Head's blistering innings and his unbeaten first-wicket partnership with Abhishek Sharma (75 not out off 28 balls), SRH chased down the 166-run target in 9.4 overs vs LSG - making it fastest run chase in all T20s of minimum runs. The duo scored the runs at a whopping run rate of 17.27.

Head hit eight fours and eight sixes in his innings during which he reached his fifty off just 16 balls. Abhishek, on the other hand, smashed eight fours and six sixes as well, reaching his fifty in just 19 balls. The duo also scored 107 runs in the powerplay - the second most ever in the first six overs of the IPL. The record of most runs in the IPL history of 125 runs also belongs to SRH.

Hyderabad are now third on the points table with 14 points after seven wins and five losses in 12 games. LSG, meanwhile, are now sixth with 12 points to their name after six losses and six wins in 12 games.

SunRisers Hyderabad's (SRH) Travis Head has equalled Delhi Capitals (DC) batter Jake Fraser-McGurk's Indian Premier League (IPL) record of scoring most fifties in or under 19 balls.

SunRisers Hyderabad's (SRH) Travis Head has equalled Delhi Capitals (DC) batter Jake Fraser-McGurk's Indian Premier League (IPL) record of scoring most fifties in or under 19 balls. Both the players now have three fifties each in or under 19 balls in the IPL. Head reached the record in the match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Wednesday (May 8) by scoring a 16-ball fifty. Head and Fraser-McGurk have scored their all three fastest fifties in the ongoing IPL season. Head's two other fifties apart from the one against LSG on Wednesday came against Delhi Capitals off 16 balls (April 20) and Mumbai Indians off 18 balls (March 27). Also Read: IPL 2024: Head, Abhishek power SRH to fastest run chase in all T20s vs LSG Fraser-McGurk, on the other hand, scored his fastest fifties against SRH off 15 balls (April 20), Mumbai Indians off 15 balls (April 27), and Rajasthan Royals off 19 balls (May 7). Thanks to Head's blistering innings and his unbeaten first-wicket partnership with Abhishek Sharma (75 not out off 28 balls), SRH chased down the 166-run target in 9.4 overs vs LSG - making it fastest run chase in all T20s of minimum runs. The duo scored the runs at a whopping run rate of 17.27. Head hit eight fours and eight sixes in his innings during which he reached his fifty off just 16 balls. Abhishek, on the other hand, smashed eight fours and six sixes as well, reaching his fifty in just 19 balls. The duo also scored 107 runs in the powerplay - the second most ever in the first six overs of the IPL. The record of most runs in the IPL history of 125 runs also belongs to SRH. Hyderabad are now third on the points table with 14 points after seven wins and five losses in 12 games. LSG, meanwhile, are now sixth with 12 points to their name after six losses and six wins in 12 games.

IPL 2024: SRH's Travis Head equals unique record with 16-ball fifty in record chase vs LSG

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) Mayank Yadav might not be able to play in the rest of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, said head coach Justin Langer on Saturday (May 4). Mayank left the game against Mumbai Indians earlier this week due to soreness in the same spot which had forced him to miss five games after playing just three game post his debut on March 30.

"He's had a scan. He's got a small tear in a similar area to where his last one was. So it's very unfortunate. We saw the impact he had when he came back into the game. But we can all sleep," Langer said.

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"There will always be a lot of discussion about fast bowlers, and I know he spoke to [Jasprit] Bumrah after the game and he reassured him that if he's going to be a fast bowler, part of his journey as a young fast bowler, he's going to get injuries," he added.

Mayank had set the IPL ablaze with his raw pace, taking six wickets in the first two games, against Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. He sent most of his deliveries north of 155-kmph mark - a rarity anywhere in the world. He also became the first to win Player of the Match awards in his first two IPL games.

The 21-year-old, however, hit a setback after that and missed the next five games due to pain in abdomen.

Speaking on his chances to play, Langer said: "We'll be praying that he can play, hopefully, in the playoffs, but I'm a realist as well. It'll be probably difficult for him to get up for the back-end of the tournament."

As for LSG, they are currently placed third on the 10-team points table with six wins from the 10 games they have played. Out of the remaining four games, they play against KKR at home before three away games against SRH, DC and MI.

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) Mayank Yadav might not be able to play in the rest of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, said head coach Justin Langer on Saturday (May 4).

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) Mayank Yadav might not be able to play in the rest of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, said head coach Justin Langer on Saturday (May 4). Mayank left the game against Mumbai Indians earlier this week due to soreness in the same spot which had forced him to miss five games after playing just three game post his debut on March 30. "He's had a scan. He's got a small tear in a similar area to where his last one was. So it's very unfortunate. We saw the impact he had when he came back into the game. But we can all sleep," Langer said. Also Read: BCCI selectors want IPL 2024 sensation Mayank Yadav fit for Australia Tests in November – Reports "There will always be a lot of discussion about fast bowlers, and I know he spoke to [Jasprit] Bumrah after the game and he reassured him that if he's going to be a fast bowler, part of his journey as a young fast bowler, he's going to get injuries," he added. Mayank had set the IPL ablaze with his raw pace, taking six wickets in the first two games, against Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. He sent most of his deliveries north of 155-kmph mark - a rarity anywhere in the world. He also became the first to win Player of the Match awards in his first two IPL games. The 21-year-old, however, hit a setback after that and missed the next five games due to pain in abdomen. Speaking on his chances to play, Langer said: "We'll be praying that he can play, hopefully, in the playoffs, but I'm a realist as well. It'll be probably difficult for him to get up for the back-end of the tournament." As for LSG, they are currently placed third on the 10-team points table with six wins from the 10 games they have played. Out of the remaining four games, they play against KKR at home before three away games against SRH, DC and MI.

IPL 2024: LSG speedster Mayank Yadav out of tournament with injury? Here’s what coach Justin Langer said

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) skipper KL Rahul conceded that he was too late to bring on Ravi Bishnoi during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 match against the Rajasthan Royals (RR) on April 27. RR chased the relatively-high target of 197 in 19 overs with seven wickets in hand. Leg spinner Bishnoi, who has played all the nine games for LSG this season, bowled just one over in the innings.

"I couldn't find a good time to bring in Bishnoi, and I think it was a bit too late by the time I got him on. Obviously, the plan was to keep him at the back end and make sure if Rovman [Powell] and [Shimron] Hetmyer come in to bat, he's bowled well against them. That was the plan of how we wanted to use our leg spinners," Rahul said after the loss.

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The skipper also explained using veteran leggie Amit Mishra, who was playing his first game of the season, ahead of Bishnoi.

"Mishra is an experienced player and we've been thinking about using him from the first game," Rahul said. "Today (Saturday) was the day where we felt like he could be useful against their batters in the middle [order] with how slow he bowls and the slightly larger boundary. That was the idea of using him and we were hoping to use Bishnoi in the latter half."

Despite losing two wickets for 11 runs in the first two overs, LSG did well to post 196/5 in 20 overs, thanks largely to Rahul (48-ball 76) and Deepak Hooda's (31-ball 50) 115-run partnership for the third wicket.

While chasing, RR were given a flying start by openers Jos Buttler (18-ball 34) and Yashasvi Jaiswal (18-ball 24) as the duo added 60 runs for the first wicket inside the powerplay. LSG struck back by removing both the openers in space of three balls and then sending back Riyan Parag 18 runs after.

Royals skipper Sanju Samson (33-ball 71 not out) and Dhruv Jurel (34-ball 52 not out) then took the team home with an unbeaten 121-run partnership for the fourth wicket.

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) skipper KL Rahul conceded that he was too late to bring on Ravi Bishnoi during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 match against the Rajasthan Royals (RR) on April 27.

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) skipper KL Rahul conceded that he was too late to bring on Ravi Bishnoi during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 match against the Rajasthan Royals (RR) on April 27. RR chased the relatively-high target of 197 in 19 overs with seven wickets in hand. Leg spinner Bishnoi, who has played all the nine games for LSG this season, bowled just one over in the innings. "I couldn't find a good time to bring in Bishnoi, and I think it was a bit too late by the time I got him on. Obviously, the plan was to keep him at the back end and make sure if Rovman [Powell] and [Shimron] Hetmyer come in to bat, he's bowled well against them. That was the plan of how we wanted to use our leg spinners," Rahul said after the loss. Also Read: IPL 2024: KKR’s Ten Doeschate offers no sympathy to bowlers, says ‘no point crying about it, be innovative’ The skipper also explained using veteran leggie Amit Mishra, who was playing his first game of the season, ahead of Bishnoi. "Mishra is an experienced player and we've been thinking about using him from the first game," Rahul said. "Today (Saturday) was the day where we felt like he could be useful against their batters in the middle [order] with how slow he bowls and the slightly larger boundary. That was the idea of using him and we were hoping to use Bishnoi in the latter half." Despite losing two wickets for 11 runs in the first two overs, LSG did well to post 196/5 in 20 overs, thanks largely to Rahul (48-ball 76) and Deepak Hooda's (31-ball 50) 115-run partnership for the third wicket. While chasing, RR were given a flying start by openers Jos Buttler (18-ball 34) and Yashasvi Jaiswal (18-ball 24) as the duo added 60 runs for the first wicket inside the powerplay. LSG struck back by removing both the openers in space of three balls and then sending back Riyan Parag 18 runs after. Royals skipper Sanju Samson (33-ball 71 not out) and Dhruv Jurel (34-ball 52 not out) then took the team home with an unbeaten 121-run partnership for the fourth wicket.

IPL 2024: LSG skipper KL Rahul concedes being 'late to bring on Ravi Bishnoi' after loss vs Rajasthan Royals

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) batter MS Dhoni has become the first player to score 500 or more runs in the Indian Premier League (IPL) after the age of 40. Dhoni reached the milestone during the match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on April 19. MSD played an unbeaten innings of 9-ball 28 to create the record.

The 42-year-old, who will turn 43 in July, has played 46 matches after age of 40 and has batted in 37 innings during those matches. He now has exact 500 runs to his name after 40, at an average of 33 and a strike rate of 140. His highest score during the period is 50 not out to go with his 39 fours and 30 sixes as well.

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Before Dhoni, Chris Gayle held the record of most runs in IPL after turning 40. Gayle had 481 runs to his name in 17 matches he played after crossing 40. India coach Rahul Dravid is third on the list with 471 runs in 18 matches while Adam Gilchrist scored 466 runs in 20 matches. Former MI batter Sachin Tendulkar completes the top-five with 164 runs in eight games.

In the ongoing IPL, Dhoni comes down the order at number 7 and gets no more than 10 balls to play. The veteran, however, has thrilled the crowd whenever he bats with his belligerent stroke play. His cameo of 5-ball 20 not out against Mumbai Indian proved to the margin of win for CSK.

As for match against LSG, Dhoni hit one of the biggest sixes of the season - 101 metres. In the ongoing season, Dhoni has scored 87 runs in seven matches at a strike rate of 255 without being dismissed even once. He has also hit eight sixes and seven fours in just 34 balls he has faced with a highest score of 37 not out.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) batter MS Dhoni has become the first player to score 500 or more runs in the Indian Premier League (IPL) after the age of 40. Dhoni reached the milestone during the match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on April 19.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) batter MS Dhoni has become the first player to score 500 or more runs in the Indian Premier League (IPL) after the age of 40. Dhoni reached the milestone during the match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on April 19. MSD played an unbeaten innings of 9-ball 28 to create the record. The 42-year-old, who will turn 43 in July, has played 46 matches after age of 40 and has batted in 37 innings during those matches. He now has exact 500 runs to his name after 40, at an average of 33 and a strike rate of 140. His highest score during the period is 50 not out to go with his 39 fours and 30 sixes as well. Also Read: BCCI fines Ruturaj Gaikwad and KL Rahul INR 1.2 million each for THIS reason Before Dhoni, Chris Gayle held the record of most runs in IPL after turning 40. Gayle had 481 runs to his name in 17 matches he played after crossing 40. India coach Rahul Dravid is third on the list with 471 runs in 18 matches while Adam Gilchrist scored 466 runs in 20 matches. Former MI batter Sachin Tendulkar completes the top-five with 164 runs in eight games. In the ongoing IPL, Dhoni comes down the order at number 7 and gets no more than 10 balls to play. The veteran, however, has thrilled the crowd whenever he bats with his belligerent stroke play. His cameo of 5-ball 20 not out against Mumbai Indian proved to the margin of win for CSK. As for match against LSG, Dhoni hit one of the biggest sixes of the season - 101 metres. In the ongoing season, Dhoni has scored 87 runs in seven matches at a strike rate of 255 without being dismissed even once. He has also hit eight sixes and seven fours in just 34 balls he has faced with a highest score of 37 not out.

IPL 2024: MS Dhoni creates another record with 9-ball 28 against LSG

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad rued a poor powerplay with both bat and ball after the loss against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on April 19. CSK, however, did manage to get some last-over impetus, thanks to Mahendra Singh Dhoni's 9-ball 28 not out but their total of 176/6 in 20 overs did not prove&nbsp;enough.

"I know we finished off really well - couldn't have asked for more - but I think after the powerplay, we couldn't just kick off from the start we got until the 14th or 15th over," Gaikwad said after the match. "We kept losing wickets at regular intervals. I think [we were] 10-15 runs short."

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"Even on these kind of pitches - I felt it was a sluggish one to start off with, with dew coming later [and the pitch] getting better - I still feel 180-190 would have been a good score," he said.

Chasing the target, LSG didn't look perturbed at all as openers Quinton de Kock and KL Rahul added 134 runs in 15 overs. Gaikwad acknowledged that not taking wickets in the powerplay is also something they need to work upon.

"[That] is the one area where we would like to improve going forward. It really puts the opposition on the back foot if we get wickets in the powerplay - especially when we are about ten runs short - and definitely that is one area we need to work on," said the CSK skipper.

LSG eventually achieved the target in 19 overs with eight wickets in hand. Rahul top scored with 53-ball 82 while de Kock hit 43-ball 54. Nicholas Pooran also smashed his way to unbeaten 12-ball 23 and won the match for his team - their fourth win in seven games this season.

For CSK, it was their third loss in seven games as they stay put at third place on the 10-team points table, two above LSG, who are fifth.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad rued a poor powerplay with both bat and ball after the loss against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on April 19.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad rued a poor powerplay with both bat and ball after the loss against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on April 19. CSK, however, did manage to get some last-over impetus, thanks to Mahendra Singh Dhoni's 9-ball 28 not out but their total of 176/6 in 20 overs did not prove enough. "I know we finished off really well - couldn't have asked for more - but I think after the powerplay, we couldn't just kick off from the start we got until the 14th or 15th over," Gaikwad said after the match. "We kept losing wickets at regular intervals. I think [we were] 10-15 runs short." Also Read: Fleming lauds MS Dhoni’s skill-set in pre-season as Mahi turns back clock against LSG "Even on these kind of pitches - I felt it was a sluggish one to start off with, with dew coming later [and the pitch] getting better - I still feel 180-190 would have been a good score," he said. Chasing the target, LSG didn't look perturbed at all as openers Quinton de Kock and KL Rahul added 134 runs in 15 overs. Gaikwad acknowledged that not taking wickets in the powerplay is also something they need to work upon. "[That] is the one area where we would like to improve going forward. It really puts the opposition on the back foot if we get wickets in the powerplay - especially when we are about ten runs short - and definitely that is one area we need to work on," said the CSK skipper. LSG eventually achieved the target in 19 overs with eight wickets in hand. Rahul top scored with 53-ball 82 while de Kock hit 43-ball 54. Nicholas Pooran also smashed his way to unbeaten 12-ball 23 and won the match for his team - their fourth win in seven games this season. For CSK, it was their third loss in seven games as they stay put at third place on the 10-team points table, two above LSG, who are fifth.

IPL 2024: CSK skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad reveals reason for loss against Lucknow Super Giants

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) skipper and batter KL Rahul has created history by becoming the fifth Indian batter to hit 300 sixes in all T20s. Rahul reached the milestone during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on April 14.

Rahul, who hit two sixes in his innings of 39 off 27, now has exact 300 sixes in 217 T20 games. Ahead of him are, Suresh Raina (325 T20 sixes in 336 matches), MS Dhoni (328 sixes in 382 T20 games), Virat Kohli (383 sixes in 382 T20s), and Rohit Sharma (497 sixes in 431 matches).

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Of&nbsp;his 300 sixes, 178 have come in the IPL where he has played for multiple franchises before becoming LSG skipper. He has previously played for Kings XI Punjab, Royal Challengers Bengaluru and SunRisers Hyderabad as well since making his debut in 2013.&nbsp;

For India men's national T20 team, Rahul had turned up 72 times and has hit 99 sixes. His rest of 23 sixes have comes for Karnataka - the side he represents in India's domestic circuit.

In IPL, Rahul's best six-hitting season came in 2018 when he smashed 32 maximums in 14 games. He has also hit 30 sixes twice in the league: in 2021 and 2022.

As for the match against KKR, Lucknow kept losing wickets at regular intervals despite a modest run-rate. LSG were 111/5 in 15th over before Nicholas Pooran scored a handy 32-ball 45 to lift his team to 161/7 in 20 overs. Apart from Rahul and Pooran, Ayush Badoni managed to cross 20-run mark and scored 29 off 27.

For KKR, Mitchell Starc was the pick of the bowlers with 3/28 in four overs. Apart from him, Vaibhav Arora, Sunil Narine, Varun Chakravarthy, and Andre Russell also chipped in with one wicket each.

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) skipper and batter KL Rahul has created history by becoming the fifth Indian batter to hit 300 sixes in all T20s. Rahul reached the milestone during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on April 14.

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) skipper and batter KL Rahul has created history by becoming the fifth Indian batter to hit 300 sixes in all T20s. Rahul reached the milestone during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on April 14. Rahul, who hit two sixes in his innings of 39 off 27, now has exact 300 sixes in 217 T20 games. Ahead of him are, Suresh Raina (325 T20 sixes in 336 matches), MS Dhoni (328 sixes in 382 T20 games), Virat Kohli (383 sixes in 382 T20s), and Rohit Sharma (497 sixes in 431 matches). Also Watch: KKR's Ramandeep takes PARELLEL TO GROUND catch vs LSG; leaves owner SRK in awe Of his 300 sixes, 178 have come in the IPL where he has played for multiple franchises before becoming LSG skipper. He has previously played for Kings XI Punjab, Royal Challengers Bengaluru and SunRisers Hyderabad as well since making his debut in 2013. For India men's national T20 team, Rahul had turned up 72 times and has hit 99 sixes. His rest of 23 sixes have comes for Karnataka - the side he represents in India's domestic circuit. In IPL, Rahul's best six-hitting season came in 2018 when he smashed 32 maximums in 14 games. He has also hit 30 sixes twice in the league: in 2021 and 2022. As for the match against KKR, Lucknow kept losing wickets at regular intervals despite a modest run-rate. LSG were 111/5 in 15th over before Nicholas Pooran scored a handy 32-ball 45 to lift his team to 161/7 in 20 overs. Apart from Rahul and Pooran, Ayush Badoni managed to cross 20-run mark and scored 29 off 27. For KKR, Mitchell Starc was the pick of the bowlers with 3/28 in four overs. Apart from him, Vaibhav Arora, Sunil Narine, Varun Chakravarthy, and Andre Russell also chipped in with one wicket each.

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Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) player Ramandeep Singh took a stunning catch during the Indian Premier League (IPL) match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on April 14. LSG's Deepak Hooda had to go back after the sensational catch parallel to the ground.

The catch was taken in 5th over bowled by KKR's multi-million dollar pacer Mitchell Starc for the second LSG wicket inside the powerplay. Have a look at the wicket below:

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This was Starc's first of three wickets in the match. He also dismissed LSG's Nicholas Pooran in the last over of Lucknow's innings before shattering stumps of Arshad Khan on the last ball. Starc, bought for nearly $3 million in the auction by KKR, finished with 3/28 in four overs - his best in the season so far.

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As for the match against KKR, Lucknow kept losing wickets at regular interval despite a modest run-rate. LSG were 111/5 in 15th over before Nicholas Pooran scored a handy 32-ball 45 to lift his team to 161/7 in 20 overs.&nbsp;

At the top, LSG skipper KL Rahul scored 39 off 27 and during his stay, he became the fifth Indian batter to hit 300 or more sixes in all T20s

Rahul, who hit two sixes in his innings, now has exact 300 sixes in 217 T20 games. Ahead of him are, Suresh Raina (325 T20 sixes in 336 matches), MS Dhoni (328 sixes in 382 T20 games), Virat Kohli (383 sixes in 382 T20s), and Rohit Sharma (497 sixes in 431 matches).

Of&nbsp;his 300 sixes, 178 have come in the IPL where he has played for multiple franchises before becoming LSG skipper. He has previously played for Kings XI Punjab, Royal Challengers Bengaluru and SunRisers Hyderabad as well since making his debut in 2013.&nbsp;

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) player Ramandeep Singh took a stunning catch during the Indian Premier League (IPL) match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on April 14.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) player Ramandeep Singh took a stunning catch during the Indian Premier League (IPL) match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on April 14. LSG's Deepak Hooda had to go back after the sensational catch parallel to the ground. The catch was taken in 5th over bowled by KKR's multi-million dollar pacer Mitchell Starc for the second LSG wicket inside the powerplay. Have a look at the wicket below: Ramandeep plucks a blinder and #LSG are 2️⃣ down! #IPLonJioCinema #TATAIPL #KKRvLSG pic.twitter.com/CeOIG5IP0F — JioCinema (@JioCinema) April 14, 2024 × This was Starc's first of three wickets in the match. He also dismissed LSG's Nicholas Pooran in the last over of Lucknow's innings before shattering stumps of Arshad Khan on the last ball. Starc, bought for nearly $3 million in the auction by KKR, finished with 3/28 in four overs - his best in the season so far. Also Read: Brian Lara hypes MI's superlative Suryakumar ahead of Chennai tie at Wankhede As for the match against KKR, Lucknow kept losing wickets at regular interval despite a modest run-rate. LSG were 111/5 in 15th over before Nicholas Pooran scored a handy 32-ball 45 to lift his team to 161/7 in 20 overs. At the top, LSG skipper KL Rahul scored 39 off 27 and during his stay, he became the fifth Indian batter to hit 300 or more sixes in all T20s Rahul, who hit two sixes in his innings, now has exact 300 sixes in 217 T20 games. Ahead of him are, Suresh Raina (325 T20 sixes in 336 matches), MS Dhoni (328 sixes in 382 T20 games), Virat Kohli (383 sixes in 382 T20s), and Rohit Sharma (497 sixes in 431 matches). Of his 300 sixes, 178 have come in the IPL where he has played for multiple franchises before becoming LSG skipper. He has previously played for Kings XI Punjab, Royal Challengers Bengaluru and SunRisers Hyderabad as well since making his debut in 2013.

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Injured Lucknow Super Giants seamer Mayank Yadav will miss his side's next two matches, head coach Justin Langer confirmed ahead of Delhi Capitals clash in IPL 2024. Yadav, who turned heads with his searing pace clubbed with wicket-taking line and length, bowled just one over against Gujarat Titans in his last game before leaving the field.&nbsp;

Speaking to the media, Langer confirmed that Mayank suffered stiffness in his hip in the lead-up to the&nbsp;game, and upon delivering his first over, he was taken out. Right after the game, he underwent required tests, with reports suggesting the seamer suffered 'soreness in lower abdominal' and will be rested on precautionary grounds.&nbsp;

"He felt a little bit of tightness at the top of his hip leading into the last game, but that was about a one-out-of-ten pain, and we thought that there were clinical signs," Langer said in a pre-match presser on Thursday.&nbsp;

"Everything through the doctors and the physios seemed perfectly okay. He bowled that first over [against Titans] and started feeling something in his hip.

"But we had an MRI scan, and there is a very, very small swelling in there. So we are very hopeful he'll start building himself up and be back bowling again soon," the head coach added.&nbsp;

<h2>Mayank to be ready for CSK tie</h2>

With Lucknow hosting Delhi on Friday (April 12) and then travelling to Kolkata to face KKR just two days later, Langer said such tight scheduling made it tougher for the India seamer to recover and get ready for that match.&nbsp;

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He, however, pointed out that the game against Chennai Super Kings (on April 19) could see Mayank's return to the field.

"That's the plan [to have Mayank fit for the match against Chennai Super Kings on April 19]. We want him to play every game if possible," Langer said.&nbsp;

"But he'll be working towards it; he's working very hard every day to be ready for whatever our next game is. He won't play tomorrow; it's unlikely... with the very short turnaround, it's unlikely that he plays these two games. But he's certainly working towards playing whenever he possibly can," he continued.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Mayank made headlines on his IPL debut against Punjab Kings in the home game, picking three for 27 in his four overs, helping his team win a crunch tie. His next outing against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru saw him pick&nbsp;as many wickets and the Player of the Match award for the second successive game.&nbsp;

Injured Lucknow Super Giants seamer Mayank Yadav will miss his side's next two matches, head coach Justin Langer confirmed ahead of Delhi Capitals clash in IPL 2024.

Injured Lucknow Super Giants seamer Mayank Yadav will miss his side's next two matches, head coach Justin Langer confirmed ahead of Delhi Capitals clash in IPL 2024. Yadav, who turned heads with his searing pace clubbed with wicket-taking line and length, bowled just one over against Gujarat Titans in his last game before leaving the field. Speaking to the media, Langer confirmed that Mayank suffered stiffness in his hip in the lead-up to the game, and upon delivering his first over, he was taken out. Right after the game, he underwent required tests, with reports suggesting the seamer suffered 'soreness in lower abdominal' and will be rested on precautionary grounds. "He felt a little bit of tightness at the top of his hip leading into the last game, but that was about a one-out-of-ten pain, and we thought that there were clinical signs," Langer said in a pre-match presser on Thursday. "Everything through the doctors and the physios seemed perfectly okay. He bowled that first over [against Titans] and started feeling something in his hip. "But we had an MRI scan, and there is a very, very small swelling in there. So we are very hopeful he'll start building himself up and be back bowling again soon," the head coach added. Mayank to be ready for CSK tie With Lucknow hosting Delhi on Friday (April 12) and then travelling to Kolkata to face KKR just two days later, Langer said such tight scheduling made it tougher for the India seamer to recover and get ready for that match. ALSO READ: 'Hardik is your natural choice' - Navjot Sidhu backs underfire MI captain to replace Rohit as India skipper He, however, pointed out that the game against Chennai Super Kings (on April 19) could see Mayank's return to the field. "That's the plan [to have Mayank fit for the match against Chennai Super Kings on April 19]. We want him to play every game if possible," Langer said. "But he'll be working towards it; he's working very hard every day to be ready for whatever our next game is. He won't play tomorrow; it's unlikely... with the very short turnaround, it's unlikely that he plays these two games. But he's certainly working towards playing whenever he possibly can," he continued. Meanwhile, Mayank made headlines on his IPL debut against Punjab Kings in the home game, picking three for 27 in his four overs, helping his team win a crunch tie. His next outing against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru saw him pick as many wickets and the Player of the Match award for the second successive game.

IPL 2024: Blow to LSG as Mayank Yadav out for two matches, confirms coach Langer

IPL 2024’s latest find and pace sensation, Mayank Yadav, has soreness in the lower abdominal area, his franchise’s CEO Vinod Bisht confirmed on Monday (April 8). Lucknow Super Giants’ Yadav will remain on the sidelines for a week on precautionary grounds but will return to the field soon. The lanky seamer from Delhi bowled just one over against Gujarat Titans in his last game before he complained of pain and played no further part.

"Mayank felt soreness in the lower abdominal area, and as a precaution, we are managing his workload over next week," Bisht said, as quoted by ESPNcricinfo. "We hope to see him soon in the field."

Mayank, who made his IPL debut this season against Punjab Kings in a home game, has been turning heads with his express pace. With Umran Malik being the only example among Indian bowlers who could click over 150 kmph, Mayank’s introduction surprised everyone.

Against PBKS, Mayank’s searing pace made headlines worldwide as he bowled at over 155 kmph – the quickest of the season. His bowling figures of three for 27 helped him bag the Player of the Match on debut. In his second game, against RCB in Bengaluru, Mayank left everyone shell-shocked by bowling rockets, again picking three for 14, winning the Player of the Match award.

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Although he couldn’t repeat his heroics against Gujarat Titans with his spell, LSG’s star player in that match, Krunal Pandya (who picked 3 for 11), confirmed Mayank sounded okay; following his injury assessment, he must return to reckoning after one week.&nbsp;

"I don't know what is happening, but I did have a brief couple of seconds' chat [with him] - he seemed okay, which was quite a relief for us," Krunal had told the broadcaster.

"A bright prospect, I'd been watching him from the last two years. He used to [be a] gun in the nets," Krunal added. "Last year, unfortunately, missed it [due to injury]. But again, whatever conversation I have had, what I see is that he has a good head on his shoulders as well."

<h2>No Mayank against DC</h2>

Delhi Capitals would have a sigh of relief knowing Mayank will remain on the sidelines when they take on LSG on April 12 at Ekana.

LSG sits in third place on the points table with three wins from four matches.&nbsp;

IPL 2024’s latest find and pace sensation, Mayank Yadav, has soreness in the lower abdominal area, his franchise’s CEO Vinod Bisht confirmed on Monday (April 8).

IPL 2024’s latest find and pace sensation, Mayank Yadav, has soreness in the lower abdominal area, his franchise’s CEO Vinod Bisht confirmed on Monday (April 8). Lucknow Super Giants’ Yadav will remain on the sidelines for a week on precautionary grounds but will return to the field soon. The lanky seamer from Delhi bowled just one over against Gujarat Titans in his last game before he complained of pain and played no further part. "Mayank felt soreness in the lower abdominal area, and as a precaution, we are managing his workload over next week," Bisht said, as quoted by ESPNcricinfo. "We hope to see him soon in the field." Mayank, who made his IPL debut this season against Punjab Kings in a home game, has been turning heads with his express pace. With Umran Malik being the only example among Indian bowlers who could click over 150 kmph, Mayank’s introduction surprised everyone. Against PBKS, Mayank’s searing pace made headlines worldwide as he bowled at over 155 kmph – the quickest of the season. His bowling figures of three for 27 helped him bag the Player of the Match on debut. In his second game, against RCB in Bengaluru, Mayank left everyone shell-shocked by bowling rockets, again picking three for 14, winning the Player of the Match award. ALSO READ: IPL 2024: CSK return to winning ways, beat KKR by 7 wickets at 'fortress' Chepauk Although he couldn’t repeat his heroics against Gujarat Titans with his spell, LSG’s star player in that match, Krunal Pandya (who picked 3 for 11), confirmed Mayank sounded okay; following his injury assessment, he must return to reckoning after one week. "I don't know what is happening, but I did have a brief couple of seconds' chat [with him] - he seemed okay, which was quite a relief for us," Krunal had told the broadcaster. "A bright prospect, I'd been watching him from the last two years. He used to [be a] gun in the nets," Krunal added. "Last year, unfortunately, missed it [due to injury]. But again, whatever conversation I have had, what I see is that he has a good head on his shoulders as well." No Mayank against DC Delhi Capitals would have a sigh of relief knowing Mayank will remain on the sidelines when they take on LSG on April 12 at Ekana. LSG sits in third place on the points table with three wins from four matches.

IPL 2024: Mayank Yadav has soreness in lower abdominal region, to be back soon, confirms LSG’s CEO

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) all-rounder Krunal Pandya has said that pacer Mayank Yadav's injury isn't serious and that he might continue to play in the upcoming matches. Mayank, who has lit up the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 with his pace, left the field during the match against Gujarat Titans (GT) on April 7.

Speaking after the match, Pandya said: "I don't know what exactly happened to Mayank Yadav, but I had a couple of seconds with him. So, I think he is okay to continue in future matches. That is positive news for us. He was bowling well in the nets earlier and last season before missing the tournament due to an injury. Whatever conversation I have had, whatever we see, he has a good head on his shoulder. Really excited to see how his career pans out."

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Notably, Mayank was adjudged Player of the Match in his first two matches for his three-wicket haul in each game.&nbsp;

Mayank has also bowled the fastest delivery of the season at 156.7 kmph during the match against Punjab Kings, improving on his record of 155.8 kmph from the previous match vs RCB. Yadav's fastest delivery of the season is now fourth on the list of all-time fastest deliveries of the league. Ahead of him are Shaun Tait (157.7 kmph in IPL 2011), Lockie Ferguson (157.3 in IPL 2022) and Umrah Malik (157 kmph in IPL 2022).

As for the game against GT, LSG batted first and posted a modest score of 163/5 in 20 overs. Marcus Stoinis top-scored for Lucknow with 58.&nbsp;

In the absence of Mayank, LSG spinners stepped up and so did pacer Yash Thakur who picked up his maiden five-wicket haul. Apart from Thakur, Pandya also returned with figures of 3/11 in four overs as GT were bowled out for 130 and lost the game by 33 runs.

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) all-rounder Krunal Pandya has said that pacer Mayank Yadav's injury isn't serious and that he might continue to play in the upcoming matches.

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) all-rounder Krunal Pandya has said that pacer Mayank Yadav's injury isn't serious and that he might continue to play in the upcoming matches. Mayank, who has lit up the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 with his pace, left the field during the match against Gujarat Titans (GT) on April 7. Speaking after the match, Pandya said: "I don't know what exactly happened to Mayank Yadav, but I had a couple of seconds with him. So, I think he is okay to continue in future matches. That is positive news for us. He was bowling well in the nets earlier and last season before missing the tournament due to an injury. Whatever conversation I have had, whatever we see, he has a good head on his shoulder. Really excited to see how his career pans out." Also Read: Mumbai Indians become first team to achieve THIS feat in T20s; CSK next on list Notably, Mayank was adjudged Player of the Match in his first two matches for his three-wicket haul in each game. Mayank has also bowled the fastest delivery of the season at 156.7 kmph during the match against Punjab Kings, improving on his record of 155.8 kmph from the previous match vs RCB. Yadav's fastest delivery of the season is now fourth on the list of all-time fastest deliveries of the league. Ahead of him are Shaun Tait (157.7 kmph in IPL 2011), Lockie Ferguson (157.3 in IPL 2022) and Umrah Malik (157 kmph in IPL 2022). As for the game against GT, LSG batted first and posted a modest score of 163/5 in 20 overs. Marcus Stoinis top-scored for Lucknow with 58. In the absence of Mayank, LSG spinners stepped up and so did pacer Yash Thakur who picked up his maiden five-wicket haul. Apart from Thakur, Pandya also returned with figures of 3/11 in four overs as GT were bowled out for 130 and lost the game by 33 runs.

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Former Australia all-rounder Shane Watson has opined that Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) speedster Mayank Yadav shouldn't be pushed to play Test cricket. Watson's comments come after Mayank lit up the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season with is raw pace. The pacer has claimed six wickets in two matches he has played so far and has bowled north of 150 kmph most times.

"I personally think it's a waste if Indian cricket, really trying to push him into four-day cricket and Test cricket, knowing the incredible value that he can provide in T20 and one-day cricket for India," said Watson on JioCinema.

Also Watch:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/ipl-2024-watch-srh-batter-abhishek-sharma-hits-27-in-an-over-vs-csk-thanks-yuvraj-singh-later-708329">SRH batter Abhishek Sharma hits 27 in an over vs CSK, thanks Yuvraj Singh later&nbsp;</a>

Watson said that it takes time for body to get adjusted to bowling at high-speeds in Test cricket and for the time being, Mayank should be playing white-ball cricket.

"I've seen it in the past, whether it's in India or other parts of the world, when everyone gets very excited about a young speedster that comes in, the thought is always, 'oh, let's push him to play Test cricket because that's the ultimate', and it certainly is, but that does take time, said Watson.

"While his body is going to mature and get more resilient, which does take a number of years, then I think just by playing T20 and one-day cricket will gradually build up his resilience.

"So I'd love to just see him play the shorter formats while he's just getting used to his body and his body's building that strength that he does need," he&nbsp;added.

Mayank also bowled the fastest delivery of the season at 156.7 kmph while playing vs RCB, improving on his record of 155.8 kmph from the previous match. Yadav's fastest delivery of the season is now fourth on the list of all-time fastest deliveries of the league. Ahead of him are Shaun Tait (157.7 kmph in IPL 2011), Lockie Ferguson (157.3 in IPL 2022) and Umrah Malik (157 kmph in IPL 2022).

Former Australia all-rounder Shane Watson has opined that Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) speedster Mayank Yadav shouldn't be pushed to play Test cricket. Watson's comments come after Mayank lit up the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season with is raw pace.

Former Australia all-rounder Shane Watson has opined that Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) speedster Mayank Yadav shouldn't be pushed to play Test cricket. Watson's comments come after Mayank lit up the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season with is raw pace. The pacer has claimed six wickets in two matches he has played so far and has bowled north of 150 kmph most times. "I personally think it's a waste if Indian cricket, really trying to push him into four-day cricket and Test cricket, knowing the incredible value that he can provide in T20 and one-day cricket for India," said Watson on JioCinema. Also Watch: SRH batter Abhishek Sharma hits 27 in an over vs CSK, thanks Yuvraj Singh later Watson said that it takes time for body to get adjusted to bowling at high-speeds in Test cricket and for the time being, Mayank should be playing white-ball cricket. "I've seen it in the past, whether it's in India or other parts of the world, when everyone gets very excited about a young speedster that comes in, the thought is always, 'oh, let's push him to play Test cricket because that's the ultimate', and it certainly is, but that does take time, said Watson. "While his body is going to mature and get more resilient, which does take a number of years, then I think just by playing T20 and one-day cricket will gradually build up his resilience. "So I'd love to just see him play the shorter formats while he's just getting used to his body and his body's building that strength that he does need," he added. Mayank also bowled the fastest delivery of the season at 156.7 kmph while playing vs RCB, improving on his record of 155.8 kmph from the previous match. Yadav's fastest delivery of the season is now fourth on the list of all-time fastest deliveries of the league. Ahead of him are Shaun Tait (157.7 kmph in IPL 2011), Lockie Ferguson (157.3 in IPL 2022) and Umrah Malik (157 kmph in IPL 2022).

IPL 2024: Shane Watson warns against pushing LSG speedster Mayank Yadav into Test cricket. Here's Why

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