Rishabh Pant is set for a sensational return to Delhi Capitals in a trade involving Kuldeep Yadav and Lucknow Super Giants. Yuvraj Singh may also join the DC coaching staff as JSW takes charge of franchise operations ahead of IPL 2026

Is Rishabh Pant headed back to Delhi Capitals? Kuldeep Yadav trade buzz grows

Here's a look at the five players who could be released by their franchises after disappointing campaigns in IPL 2026.

IPL 2026: 5 players who could be released after disappointing campaigns

In a major IPL development, Indian Premier League franchise Lucknow Super Giants has accepted Rishabh Pant’s request to step down as captain after a disappointing season. The team managed only four wins in 14 matches, falling short of expectations despite Pant being acquired for a record ₹27 crore. The leadership change marks a significant reset for the franchise as it looks to rebuild ahead of the next season.


IPL: LSG Accepts Rishabh Pant’s Request To Step Down As Captain

Since joining LSG for INR 27 crore in the IPL 2025 mega auction, Rishabh Pant captained the franchise in 28 matches, managing just 10 wins.

IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant resigns as LSG captain following last-place finish

Despite LSG’s seven-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings, skipper Rishabh Pant was fined INR 12 lakh for maintaining a slow over-rate.

IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant penalised after LSG’s victory against CSK - Here’s why

Following the win, MI sit ninth on the table with three victories and seven defeats, while LSG remain at the bottom with two win from nine matches.

IPL 2026 | 'We were 10-15 runs short': Rishabh Pant after LSG’s six-wicket loss to MI

Skipper Rishabh Pant acknowledged the situation at the post match presentation after loss vs KKR on Sunday (Apr 26) and said that the team needs to take 'accountablility.' Pant aslo spoke about the a much-needed break which will now see them play the next match after nearly a week on May 4.

IPL 2026 | Skipper Rishabh Pant says LSG 'need a break' after fifth consecutive loss

I don’t have answers’: Rishabh Pant reacts as LSG slips to ninth after a fourth straight IPL 2026 defeat. Read the full analysis of the loss to RR.

‘Batting let us down, I don’t have answers’: Pant reflects on LSG’s fourth straight defeat in IPL 2026

At the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, Punjab Kings defeated Lucknow Super Giants by 54 runs to register their fifth win of the season. The victory keeps them unbeaten in the IPL 2026 as they continue their march towards the playoffs.

'Difficult to pinpoint one area': Rishabh Pant on LSG defeat to Punjab Kings

Rishabh Pant hits unbeaten 68 to lead Lucknow Super Giants to five-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium

'Want my bat do the talking': Rishabh Pant silences critics after match-winning knock against SRH

Rishabh Pant (unbeaten 68) and Mohammed Shami’s acute bowling performance saw the visitors grab two points. On the other hand, the star batting trio of Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head and Ishan Kishan failed to impress as SRH lost their opening home match of the season.

IPL 2026: Shami, Pant fire LSG to first win of season as SRH batters struggle on home turf

With a left-right batting combination on crease, the bowlers have to constantly adjust their line, making the task even difficult for them. Additionally, the fielders have to change position according to batter on the crease every time.

IPL 2026: LSG opened with Pant for left-right combination - Is it still relevant in T20s?

The change in position came as LSG skipper Rishabh Pant came out to open the innings with Mitchell Marsh unlike last season with Aiden Markram had opened. Pant as opener has pushed Markram to number 3 where Pooran played last season.

IPL 2026 | Why did Badoni bat ahead of Pooran at number 3 for LSG vs DC? skipper Pant explains

Playing in the first match of the season for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), Rishabh Pant’s dismissal became a huge talking point for the manner in which he was dismissed at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow.

IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant stunned after fluke dismissal at non-strikers' end against DC - Watch

While eyes will be on several franchises, one particular name that will be in the headlines is LSG as they will be led by Rishabh Pant. Speaking on Pant, former South Africa skipper Faf du Plessis has suggested the wicketkeeper-batter keep his composure and work on a strategy.

IPL 2026: Faf du Plessis backs Rishabh Pant for high-impact role, says 'he needs to figure out...'

From KL Rahul to Rishabh Pant here is a look at five players with most runs without winning an IPL title. The list of players also consists of Chris Gayle, Sanju Samson and AB de Villiers as teams prepare for the latest round of retentions. 

From KL Rahul to Rishabh Pant, 5 players with most runs without winning an IPL title

From Yuvraj Singh to Virat Kohli, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with most runs against Pakistan in T20 World Cup matches. This list also includes Rishabh Pant, Rohit Sharma and Gautam Gambhir

Meet top 5 Indian batters with most runs against Pakistan in T20 World Cup matches

From Abhishek Sharma to Shubman Gill here is a look at five Indian batters with highest individual IPL scores. The illustrious list also contains the names KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant and Murali Vijay. 

Meet 5 Indian batters with highest individual IPL score ft Abhishek Sharma

From KL Rahul to AB de Villiers here is a look at five players with most runs without winning an IPL title. The list of players also consists of Chris Gayle, Sanju Samson and Rishabh Pant as teams prepare for the latest round of retentions. 

Meet 5 players with most runs without winning an IPL title ft AB de Villiers

Pant will now rest for a few weeks before reporting to the Centre of Excellence for further assessment and rehabilitation. Meanwhile, the team management will have to rethink their plans and name a replacement for him in the squad. 

IND vs NZ: Rishabh Pant ruled out of ODI series due to injury - Report

Besides breaking the record for the fastest fifty in Youth ODIs, the left-handed batter also holds the record for the quickest hundred in this category.

IND U19 vs SA U19: 15-ball 50, 10 sixes, just one four – How teenager Suryavanshi smashed Pant’s record

Rishabh Pant plays a composed 70 for Delhi in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, showing patience and control as he works towards a return to India’s white-ball setup.


VHT 2025-26: Rishabh Pant’s calm 70 against Gujarat hints at white-ball comeback

From Harry Brook to David Warner here is a list of batters fastest to 3000 Test runs by balls faced. The list also features the likes of Adam Gilchrist, Indian duo of Rishabh Pant and Virender Sehwag. 

From Harry Brook to David Warner, 5 batters fastest to 3000 Test runs (by balls faced)

From Shubman Gill to KL Rahul, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with most Test runs in 2025. This list also includes Ravindra Jadeja, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rishabh Pant

Meet top 5 Indian batters with most Test runs in 2025, check who tops the list

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Is Rishabh Pant headed back to Delhi Capitals? Kuldeep Yadav trade buzz grows

IPL 2026: 5 players who could be released after disappointing campaigns

IPL: LSG Accepts Rishabh Pant’s Request To Step Down As Captain

IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant resigns as LSG captain following last-place finish

IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant penalised after LSG’s victory against CSK - Here’s why

'We were 10-15 runs short': Rishabh Pant after LSG’s six-wicket loss to MI

IPL 2026 | Skipper Pant says LSG 'need a break' after fifth consecutive loss

‘Batting let us down’: Pant reflects on LSG’s fourth straight defeat in IPL 2026

'Difficult to pinpoint one area': Rishabh Pant on LSG defeat to Punjab Kings

'Want my bat do talking': Pant silences critics after match-winning knock vs SRH

IPL 2026: Shami, Pant fire LSG to first win of season after SRH batting struggle

IPL: LSG opened with Pant for left-right combo - Is it still relevant in T20s?

IPL | Why did Badoni bat ahead of Pooran at no. 3 for LSG vs DC? Pant explains

IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant stunned after fluke dismissal at non-strikers' end against DC - Watch

IPL 2026: Faf du Plessis backs Rishabh Pant for high-impact role for LSG

From KL Rahul to Rishabh Pant, 5 players with most runs without winning IPL

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Meet 5 Indian batters with highest individual IPL score ft Abhishek Sharma

Meet 5 players with most runs without winning an IPL title ft AB de Villiers

IND vs NZ: Rishabh Pant ruled out of ODI series due to injury - Report

15-ball 50, 10 sixes, one four – How teenager Suryavanshi smashed Pant’s record

VHT 2025-26: Rishabh Pant’s calm 70 against Gujarat hints at white-ball comeback

From Brook to Warner, 5 batters fastest to 3000 Test runs (by balls faced)

Meet top 5 Indian batters with most Test runs in 2025, check who tops the list