In a landmark move during the IPL 2025 auction, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) secured Rishabh Pant, former Delhi Capitals (DC) captain, for a record-breaking INR 27 crore, making him the most expensive player in IPL history. This strategic signing comes after their former skipper KL Rahul transitioned to DC, leaving a leadership void that Pant is well-equipped to fill. Known for his dynamic batting and sharp wicketkeeping, Pant’s inclusion bolsters LSG’s ambitions to build a formidable squad for the upcoming season. His explosive style and on-field leadership are expected to be key assets as the franchise eyes its maiden IPL title, signaling a bold new chapter for Lucknow Super Giants.
IPL 2025: Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) Team Overview and Key Signings
After parting ways with skipper KL Rahul, who joined Delhi Capitals, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) made a historic move in the IPL 2025 auction, securing former DC captain Rishabh Pant for a record Rs 27 crore. This groundbreaking acquisition made Pant the most expensive player in IPL history. But LSG’s spending didn’t stop there; they continued to strengthen their squad by adding top players like David Miller, Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Avesh Khan, Abdul Samad, and Aryan Juyal.
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) have strategically retained five key players ahead of IPL 2025, ensuring a strong foundation for their squad. The retained players include Nicholas Pooran, Ravi Bishnoi, Mayank Yadav, Ayush Badoni, and Mohsin Khan, with a combined retention cost of Rs 51 crore. These players form the backbone of the team, offering a mix of experience and young talent. Coupled with their high-profile auction signings, LSG has built a balanced and formidable squad, positioning themselves as strong contenders for the upcoming season.
Rishabh Pant (27 cr), David Miller (Rs 7.50 crore ), Aiden Markram (Rs 2 crore), Mitchell Marsh (Rs 3.40 crore), Avesh Khan (Rs 9.75 crore), Abdul Samad (Rs 4.20 crore), Aryan Juyal (Rs 30 lakh), Akash Deep (Rs 8 crore), Himmat Singh (Rs 30 lakh), M Siddharth (Rs 75 lakh), Digvesh Singh (Rs 30 lakh), Shahbaz Ahmad (Rs 2.40 crore), Akash Singh (Rs 30 lakh), Shamar Joseph (Rs 75 lakh), Prince Yadav (Rs 30 lakh), Yuvraj Chaudhary (Rs 30 lakh), Rajvardhan Hangargekar (Rs 30 lakh), Arshin Kulkarni (Rs 30 lakh), Matthew Breetzke (Rs 75 lakh)
Players LSG have retained
Nicholas Pooran (₹21 crore), Mayank Yadav (₹11 crore), Ravi Bishnoi (₹11 crore), Mohsin Khan (₹4 crore) and Ayush Badoni (₹4 crore).
LSG Team 2025 Players List and Squad
| Player | Role | Price (Rs) |
| Nicholas Pooran | Batter-wicketkeeper | Rs 21 crore |
| Mayank Yadav | Bowler | Rs 11 crore |
| Ravi Bishnoi | Bowler | Rs 11 crore |
| Mohsin Khan | Bowler | Rs 4 crore |
| Ayush Badoni | Batter | Rs 4 crore |
| Rishabh Pant | Wicketkeeper | Rs 27 crore |
| David Miller | Batter | Rs 7.50 crore |
| Aiden Markram | Batter | Rs 2 crore |
| Mitchell Marsh | Allrounder | Rs 3.40 crore |
| Avesh Khan | Bowler | Rs 9.75 crore |
| Abdul Samad | Allrounder | Rs 4.20 crore |
| Aryan Juyal | Wicketkeeper | Rs 30 lakh |
| Akash Deep | Bowler | Rs 8 crore |
| Himmat Singh | Batter | Rs 30 lakh |
| M Siddharth | Bowler | Rs 75 lakh |
| Digvesh Singh | Bowler | Rs 30 lakh |
| Shahbaz Ahmad | Allrounder | Rs 2.40 crore |
| Akash Singh | Bowler | Rs 30 lakh |
| Shamar Joseph | Bowler | Rs 75 lakh |
| Prince Yadav | Bowler | Rs 30 lakh |
| Yuvraj Chaudhary | Allrounder | Rs 30 lakh |
| Rajvardhan Hangargekar | Bowler | Rs 30 lakh |
| Arshin Kulkarni | Allrounder | Rs 30 lakh |
| Matthew Breetzke | Batter | Rs 75 lakh |
Probable Playing XI for LSG, IPL 2025
| S. No | Player | Role |
| 1 | Mitchell Marsh | Allrounder |
| 2 | Aiden Markram | Batter |
| 3 | Rishabh Pant | WK-Batter |
| 4 | Nicholas Pooran | WK-Batter |
| 5 | Ayush Badoni | Batter |
| 6 | David Miller | Batter |
| 7 | Abdul Samad | Allrounder |
| 8 | Ravi Bishnoi | Bowler |
| 9 | Mohsin Khan | Bowler |
| 10 | Avesh Khan | Bowler |
| 11 | Mayank Yadav | Bowler |