Rishabh Pant's ongoing struggles in IPL 2025 have alarmed former cricketers, with Virender Sehwag and Shaun Pollock offering different takes on his dip in form. Pant’s most recent knock, a slow 18 off 17 balls, came during LSG’s 37-run loss to Punjab Kings in Dharamsala. His lack of form has prompted Sehwag to advise some self-reflection.

The ongoing debate raises questions about LSG’s batting strategy and the role team management plays in critical in-game decisions, especially involving key players like Pant.

Rishabh Pant has managed just 106 runs in nine matches so far in IPL 2025, with a modest strike rate of 96.36, reflecting his limited contribution this season. Following Lucknow Super Giants’ defeat to Delhi Capitals, Pant acknowledged in the post-match interview that the team is still struggling to identify its ideal playing combination.

As Pant looks to lead from the front and LSG aim to improve their record against GT, this clash promises to be one of the more intriguing matchups of the season.

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) spinner Digvesh Singh Rathi has been docked 50 per cent of his match fee following a second breach of the IPL Code of Conduct. Pant, on the other hand, was penalised for his side’s first over-rate violation of the season under Article 2.22.

Despite Lucknow getting off to a blazing start—courtesy of Mitchell Marsh’s explosive 60 off just 31 balls—the tide turned once young spinner Vighnesh Puthur removed the Aussie opener. That breakthrough allowed Pandya to seize control.

Both the teams have played three matches with two losses and one win. This means, today’s match in Lucknow will decide who climbs the ladder and takes the lead. Making things more interesting, here are five key players to watch out for in today’s match.

With two losses in three games, LSG fans are hoping for a swift turnaround. However, if the losing streak continues, the tension between Goenka and Pant could intensify, leaving the future of the franchise’s leadership uncertain.

At one point, Delhi Capitals was struggling to make the score up and viewers felt that the chase was done and dusted. However, what happened later became a ‘peak IPL’ moment for the viewers.

Now, cricket fans worldwide are waiting for the IPL season to arrive on 22nd March. The first match will be KKR vs RCB. Meanwhile, Delhi Capitals have chosen their new captain