IPL 2025: Speculations end over the captaincy of Lucknow Super Giants, as franchise owner Sanjiv Goenka announces Rishabh Pant as the leader of the side for the upcoming IPL season. The official confirmation of the decision has been made via a Star Sports exclusive interview with Jatin Sapru, on Monday, January 20.
“I see a born leader in Rishabh Pant. From my point of view, he will probably be the best captain IPL has ever seen. People now say ‘Mahi, Rohit’ in IPL’s most successful captains list. Mark my words, after 10-12 years it’ll be ‘Mahi, Rohit and Rishabh Pant’,” said Sanjiv Goenka.
Watch the clip from the viral interview below:
— . (@zindaahuu) January 20, 2025
Rishabh Pant has now replaced KL Rahul at the helm of LSG, with the latter now plying his trade for Delhi Capitals. Rishabh Pant has captaincy experience and is also a seasoned campaigner. Therefore, appointing him as the captain makes sense.
Here’s How ‘X’ Reacted On Rishabh Pant’s Appointment
The social media is buzzing with the latest news, as they shower their praise and congratulations on the Delhi-based cricketer.
Let’s have a look at some of the viral tweets:
Congratulations Rishabh for being announced as captain of my home team LSG.
Goenka said that you will be here for 15 years so hopefully I will get to some memorable performances from you in stadium.
Don’t take too much burden of expectations ❤️#RishabhPant #IPL2025 pic.twitter.com/Zgk3aSDb2p
— Prateek (@prateek_295) January 20, 2025
🚨 Breaking news: Rishabh pant named the new captain of lucknow super giants for ipl 2025!
Dikhegi bhai ki kalabajiyan 😅#RishabhPant pic.twitter.com/H7cY5DwFjb
— PJ Mishra (@PJMishra121110) January 20, 2025
Ladies and Gentlemen here we welcome the new captain of LSG
RISHABH PANT 💙 pic.twitter.com/mVqwuCb3on
— saiyam (@SaiyamAhuja2) January 20, 2025
