Despite another loss in IPL 2026, Lucknow Super Giants coach Justin Langer backed captain Rishabh Pant, highlighting a recent practice innings of 95 off 30 balls as proof he's close to his best. Langer defended Pant's decision to bat lower in the order, calling it a selfless move for the team's benefit.
Lucknow Super Giants crashed to their third consecutive home defeat this season, losing by 40 runs to Rajasthan Royals at Ekana Stadium on April 22. Chasing 160, LSG collapsed to 11/3 within three overs as Jofra Archer and Nandre Burger exploited the extra pace and bounce. Head coach Justin Langer admitted his batters have struggled to adapt to conditions resembling the WACA Ground in Perth, with LSG winning just six of 17 matches at the venue since 2024.
Lucknow Super Giants suffered a 40-run defeat to Rajasthan Royals at Ekana Stadium on April 22, with head coach Justin Langer admitting his batters are struggling to adapt to the venue's extra pace and bounce. Chasing 160, LSG collapsed to 11/3 in three overs as Jofra Archer and Nandre Burger exploited the conditions. Langer compared the pitch to Perth's WACA Ground, stating his team has been unable to adjust to the short ball. LSG have now lost all three home games this season and just six of 17 matches at Ekana since 2024.
