Rishabh Pant's Comeback: A Crucial Innings Away

Rishabh Pant, acquired by Lucknow Super Giants for Rs 27 crores, faces batting form challenges. The team's coach, Bharat Arun, believes Pant is just one good innings away from regaining form. Amidst a tough season, LSG views remaining IPL games as knockouts, focusing on strong performances and fitness management.

Rishabh Pant's hefty IPL price tag is not a reflection of his current batting form, according to Lucknow Super Giants' bowling coach Bharat Arun. Pant, who joined LSG for Rs 27 crores, has had an underwhelming season, yet Arun insists the young star is just an innings away from top form.

LSG's challenging season sees them at the bottom of the points table, with Pant contributing 189 runs in eight matches. Coach Arun emphasizes that each remaining game is a knockout for the team, urging that performance and confidence are key, rather than over-analyzing data.

Fitness is another focal point for LSG, as they work to maintain the form of critical players like Mohsin Khan and Mayank Yadav. Meanwhile, India pacer Mohammed Shami's exclusion from the national squad raises questions, as his performance sparks discussions on his potential selection.