Rishabh Pant: IPL 2025 Season Review and Career Highlights – Sportsphere24 Updates

 

Rishabh Pant, the Indian wicketkeeper-batter and captain of the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), had a challenging IPL 2025 campaign despite moments of brilliance. Purchased for a record ₹27 crore in the 2025 IPL mega auction, Pant carried high expectations as the most expensive player in IPL history.

Pant’s season started poorly, scoring just 106 runs in 108 balls over his first seven innings, leading to questions about his form and confidence13. Throughout the season, he amassed 269 runs in 13 innings at an average of 24.45 and a strike rate of 133.16, including 23 fours and 16 sixes5. His scores fluctuated widely, with several low scores early on, including ducks and single-digit dismissals67.

However, Pant ended on a high note by scoring a magnificent unbeaten 118 off 61 balls against Royal Challengers Bangalore in the final league match. This innings featured 11 fours and 8 sixes and marked his second IPL century, the first for LSG and the other for Delhi Capitals in 20185. Despite his heroics, LSG failed to qualify for the playoffs, winning only six of their 14 matches.

Pant debuted in IPL 2016 for Delhi Capitals, where he also served as captain until 2024. He is known for his aggressive batting style and holds a triple century in the Ranji Trophy. Over 125 IPL matches, Pant has scored 3,301 runs at an average of 34.16 with a strike rate of 147.61, including multiple centuries and half-centuries24.

His international career has been marked by key performances for India, especially in Test cricket, highlighted by his role in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy win in 2020-212.

Pant’s form in IPL 2025 was scrutinized heavily, with criticism from fans and analysts due to his inconsistent performances relative to his price tag. His struggles against spinners, particularly Glenn Maxwell, who dismissed him multiple times, were noted as a concern7. Some speculation arose that Pant might have demoted himself in the batting order to accommodate in-form teammates, reflecting a tactical adjustment amid form issues1.

While Pant’s IPL 2025 was mixed, his ability to produce match-winning innings remains undeniable. His century in the final game showed resilience and potential for a strong comeback. As captain of LSG and a key player for India, Pant’s focus will be on regaining consistency and leading his teams to success in upcoming seasons.

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