Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) IPL 2025 team with most expensive player
The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) have made significant changes for the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season, aiming to secure their maiden title.
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) have made significant changes ahead of the IPL 2025 season, primarily through their high-profile acquisition of Rishabh Pant, who was bought for a record ₹27 crore, making him the most expensive player in IPL history
Below is a detailed breakdown of their squad, player acquisitions, and strategies for this season.
LSG Squad for IPL 2025
Key Players and Buy Prices
Rishabh Pant (Captain): Acquired for a record-breaking ₹27 crore, Pant is not just the captain but also the most expensive player in IPL history. His leadership and batting prowess will be central to LSG's campaign.
Nicholas Pooran: Retained for ₹21 crore, Pooran's explosive batting makes him a key middle-order player.
Ravi Bishnoi: Retained for ₹11 crore, Bishnoi remains LSG's premier spinner and a consistent wicket-taker.
Mayank Yadav: Retained for ₹11 crore, he was expected to lead the pace attack but is currently dealing with injuries.
Avesh Khan: Bought for ₹9.75 crore, Avesh is another crucial bowler in their lineup.
David Miller: Acquired for ₹7.5 crore, Miller adds finishing power to the batting lineup.
Akash Deep: Signed for ₹8 crore, he is expected to bolster the pace department.
Mitchell Marsh: Purchased for ₹3.4 crore, Marsh brings all-round capabilities but will play as a batter only due to fitness concerns.
Full Squad
Batters: Rishabh Pant (C), Nicholas Pooran, David Miller, Aiden Markram, Aryan Juyal, Himmat Singh, Matthew Breetzke
All-Rounders: Mitchell Marsh, Abdul Samad, Shahbaz Ahmed, Ayush Badoni, Yuvraj Chaudhary, Rajvardhan Hangargekar
Bowlers: Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Akash Deep, Mohsin Khan (₹4 crore), Mayank Yadav, M Siddharth, Digvesh Singh
Others: Arshin Kulkarni, Akash Singh, Prince Yadav
Retained Players
LSG retained five players before the mega auction:
Nicholas Pooran (₹21 crore)
Mayank Yadav (₹11 crore)
Ravi Bishnoi (₹11 crore)
Mohsin Khan (₹4 crore)
Ayush Badoni (₹4 crore).
Auction Strategy
LSG spent ₹68.89 crore in the 2025 mega auction to acquire 19 players. Their strategy focused on strengthening the batting lineup with experienced international players like Rishabh Pant and David Miller while retaining a core group of Indian talent in the bowling department.
Predicted Playing XI
Aiden Markram
Mitchell Marsh
Rishabh Pant (C & WK)
Nicholas Pooran
Ayush Badoni
David Miller
Abdul Samad
Shahbaz Ahmed
Ravi Bishnoi
Avesh Khan
Akash Deep
Impact Substitutes: M Siddharth/Arshin Kulkarni.
Strengths
Explosive Batting Lineup: With players like Pant, Pooran, and Miller in the middle order, LSG boasts one of the most formidable batting units.
Spin Department: Ravi Bishnoi remains a critical asset with his ability to take wickets in crucial moments.
Experienced Leadership: Rishabh Pant's aggressive captaincy style could inject fresh energy into the team.
Weaknesses
Injury Concerns in Bowling Unit: Key pacers like Mayank Yadav and Mohsin Khan are recovering from injuries, which could impact their bowling depth
Lack of Overseas Options: With only six overseas players in their squad—the fewest among all teams—LSG may struggle with flexibility in team combinations during the tournament
Performance History
Outlook for IPL 2025
With Rishabh Pant at the helm and a revamped squad featuring several high-profile acquisitions, LSG aims to overcome past shortcomings and clinch their first IPL title this year. However, their success will largely depend on how they manage injuries in their bowling unit and how quickly their new recruits gel as a team.
Their campaign begins with an away game against Delhi Capitals on March 24—a fitting start as Pant faces off against his former franchise

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