Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) made a splash at the IPL auction in Jeddah, securing Rishabh Pant for a record-breaking sum after a fierce bidding war with

LSG made one of the biggest moves in auction history by spending an IPL record of Rs 27 crore to acquire former DC captain Rishabh Pant.

The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) have not officially announced their captain for IPL 2025. Rishabh Pant, who was acquired for ₹27 crore, is a strong candidate following the release of KL Rahul, who previously led the team. Other contenders include Nicholas Pooran and Aiden Markram, who have significant leadership experience.

Lucknow Super Giants made headlines at the IPL 2025 auction by acquiring star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant, adding to an already leadership-heavy squad. However, their bowling department appears underwhelming,

In an intense bidding war, Pant was signed by LSG for an incredible sum of INR 27 crore at the auction going on in Saudi Arabia's Jeddah. The record amount saw Pant become the highest paid player in IPL history. The Super Giants had parted ways with KL Rahul ahead of the auction but had kept some big names.

Lucknow Super Giants made a splash at the IPL 2025 auction, securing Rishabh Pant for a record-breaking Rs 27 crore. The team spent Rs 119.90 crore to

Check out of full squad of Lucknow Super Giants and the complete players list after the 2025 IPL mega auction in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Rishabh Pant became the costliest player in Indian Premier League history when they shelled out ₹27 crores in IPL 2025 mega auction.