IPL 2026: Call to Remove Rishabh Pant from Captaincy as Veterans Advise LSG Veteran cricketers Rohan Gavaskar and Manoj Tiwari have urged Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) to immediately remove Rishabh Pant from his captaincy role, arguing that the pressure of leading the team is negatively impacting his batting performance. The recommendation comes amid a poor run of form for LSG under Pant’s leadership, with the team struggling to secure victories in the ongoing IPL 2026 season. Gavaskar and Tiwari emphasized that allowing Pant to focus solely on his role as a batsman could rejuvenate his performance and improve the team’s prospects. Pant’s captaincy has been marked by inconsistent results, with LSG managing only eight wins in 23 matches so far. The team currently sits at the bottom of the IPL 2026 points table, reflecting a lack of momentum. As a batsman, Pant has struggled to deliver under pressure, scoring 204 runs in nine matches at an average of 25.50 and a strike rate of 128.30. His performance has raised concerns about his ability to balance the dual responsibilities of leadership and batting, a challenge that experts believe is affecting his overall contribution to the team. Gavaskar highlighted the need for LSG to reassess Pant’s role, stating that the team should prioritize his batting skills over captaincy. He referenced a previous interview with Sanjiv Goenka, who had advocated for Pant to build a legacy as a long-term player for LSG, potentially spanning 10–15 years. However, Gavaskar acknowledged that some players require relief from pressure to perform at their best. He urged LSG to decide whether to retain Pant as captain or shift him to a purely batting role, emphasizing the importance of leveraging his talent without the added burden of leadership.#lucknow_super_giants #rishabh_pant #manoj_tiwari #rohan_gavaskar #aden_markram
