Pressure Mounts on Rishabh Pant as LSG Struggles in IPL 2026
“I don’t think we will be able to see his best” - Former RCB cricketer’s huge claim on Rishabh Pant after MI vs LSG IPL 2026 match
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Former cricketer Wasim Jaffer believes Rishabh Pant is under significant pressure as captain of the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in IPL 2026, which is affecting his performance. With only 204 runs in nine matches, LSG faces challenges after their sixth consecutive loss, leading Jaffer to suggest Aiden Markram as a more suitable captain.
- 01Rishabh Pant has scored only 204 runs in nine matches at a strike rate of 128.30.
- 02LSG has suffered six straight defeats, placing them at the bottom of the IPL 2026 points table.
- 03Wasim Jaffer criticized Pant's captaincy and suggested Aiden Markram as a better choice for leadership.
- 04Jaffer noted that owner Sanjiv Goenka's visible involvement adds pressure on the players.
- 05LSG will face the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) next on May 7.
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Rishabh Pant, captain of the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), is facing mounting pressure as his team struggles in IPL 2026. Former cricketer Wasim Jaffer highlighted that Pant has only managed to score 204 runs from nine matches, with a strike rate of 128.30. LSG recently suffered their sixth consecutive defeat, losing to the Mumbai Indians (MI) by six wickets, which has left them at the bottom of the points table with just two wins. Jaffer expressed concerns over Pant's ability to perform under such pressure, suggesting that his body language indicates stress. He also criticized Pant's captaincy, proposing Aiden Markram as a more suitable leader due to his temperament. Additionally, Jaffer noted that the visible involvement of LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka in player interactions could be contributing to the pressure on the team. LSG's next match is against the defending champions RCB on May 7.
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The ongoing struggles of LSG could affect the morale of players and fan support, as well as the team's strategy moving forward.
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