Rishabh Pant's tenure with the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) began with high expectations after being purchased for ₹27 crore at the IPL mega auction, making him the most expensive player in IPL history. However, his performance in IPL 2026 has been underwhelming, with only 189 runs scored in eight matches at an average of 27. LSG currently finds itself at the bottom of the points table, having won just two out of eight matches. Despite his struggles, LSG's bowling coach Bharat Arun expressed confidence in Pant, dismissing concerns about the pressure of his hefty price tag. He noted that Pant's performance could turn around with just one good innings. The team has also faced challenges with its batting unit, while their bowlers, including Mohammed Shami, Mohsin Khan, and Prince Yadav, have been the only bright spots this season. LSG's hopes of reaching the playoffs hinge on winning all their remaining matches, a daunting task given their current form.