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The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) have experienced a roller coaster ride from their entrance to the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2022. The franchise, owned by the Sanjiv Goenka Groupshowed commendable performances in their debut seasons by qualifying for the playoffs in both 2022 and 2023. Despite these early successes, the team hit a roadblock in 2024, failing to advance beyond the stage of the league, which was a challenging phase in their IPL journey.
Making headlines in the IPL 2025 Mega Auction in the form of Rishabh Pant
IPL 2025 Mega Auction brought LSG back into limelight as they made a historic bid of 27 crore Rishabh Pantmaking him the most expensive player in IPL history. This bold move underscored the franchise’s intent to revamp its fortunes and build a team capable of dominating the league. Pant, an explosive high schooler with outstanding leadership credentials, will be a pivotal figure in LSG’s quest for success.
Before the auction, LSG retained a solid core of players, including Nicholas Pooran, making him the team’s second most expensive player. Pooran’s ability to play match-winning innings and his versatility as a middle-order batsman align perfectly with the team’s aggressive approach. These retentions reflect LSG’s commitment to retaining proven performers while integrating new talent to bolster its roster.
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Those who walked away: LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka reveals two names
Despite securing Pant, LSG’s ambitions expanded even further. Sanjiv Goenka revealed that the initial model of the franchise included England’s star opener If the button And India’s ace spinner Yuzvendra Chahal.
During a conversation a Akash ChopraYouTube channel, Goenka explained LSG’s auction approach in detail. He highlighted that Pant featured prominently in all his strategies and said that Pant was not just a marquee signing but the cornerstone of Lucknow’s auction plans.
“You have a plan Key players. We failed to get Jos. The second was Rishabh, then Yuzi. We were not successful”, Goenka said.
Buttler, known for his dynamic batting and game-changing skills, has signed up for a perfect opening partner to complement the team’s more aggressive order. But, Gujarat Titans (GT) Outbid LSG, acquiring Buttler for INR 15.75 crore. Similarly, Chahal, one of the best leg-spinners in modern cricket, was another prime target. Recognized for his ability to pick up doctors at crucial moments and his vast IPL experience, Chahal was expected to fortify LSG’s spin department. Unfortunately for Lucknow, Punjab Kings (PBKS) He came in with an offer of INR 18 crores, leaving LSG to adjust their plans.
