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Rishabh Pant In Middle Order, Markram To Open With...? LSG's Strongest Playing XI For IPL 2025

Rishabh Pant and Mayank Yadav [Source: @CricCrazyJohns/X.com]Rishabh Pant and Mayank Yadav [Source: @CricCrazyJohns/X.com]

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 concluded after two days of intense bidding in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) was one of the franchises that took center stage by purchasing India’s wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant as the most expensive player in IPL history, securing him for ₹27 crore on the first day. However, this was not their only significant move, as the franchise made several smart acquisitions to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season.

Ahead of the highly anticipated cash-rich league, LSG retained five players: Nicholas Pooran, Ravi Bishnoi, Mayank Yadav, Mohsin Khan, and Ayush Badoni. Despite being yet to secure their maiden IPL trophy, LSG has assembled a 24-member squad filled with a blend of talent and experience. They also signed key players like Avesh Khan, Akash Deep, and Abdul Samad to further bolster their lineup. Here’s a detailed look at their squad and the strongest XI for IPL 2025.

LSG Squad For IPL 2025

Nicholas Pooran, Ravi Bishnoi, Mayank Yadav, Mohsin Khan, Ayush Badoni, Rishabh Pant  David Miller, Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Avesh Khan , Abdul Samad, Aryan Juyal, Akash Deep, Himmat Singh, M. Siddharth, Digvesh Singh, Shahbaz Ahmed, Akash Singh, Shamar Joseph, Prince Yadav, Yuvraj Chaudhary, Rajvardhan Hangargekar, Arshin Kulkarni, Matthew Breetzke

Openers Of LSG For IPL 2025

Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh

LSG is likely to open with Aiden Markram and Mitchell Marsh. Markram, known for his superb batting skills, will look to provide a solid start with his elegant stroke play. On the other hand, Australian star batter Mitchell Marsh has the ability to dominate the powerplay with his aggressive hitting, setting the tone for the innings.

Middle Order Of LSG For IPL 2025

Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant, David Miller, Ayush Badoni

The middle order looks formidable with Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant, and David Miller in the playing XI. These left-handed power hitters are among the best in the T20 format and can turn games around single-handedly.

  • Nicholas Pooran: He has already made a mark in the franchise, scoring 499 runs, including three half-centuries, in the previous season.
  •  Rishabh Pant: After a stellar performance last season, Pant will aim to replicate his form and continue to be a match-winner.
  •  David Miller: The reliable South African batter is known for stabilizing innings and providing crucial finishes.
  •  Ayush Badoni: A promising talent who has performed well in domestic cricket, Badoni will play a key role in the lower middle order.

Bowlers Of LSG For IPL 2025

Shahbaz Ahmed, Mayank Yadav, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan

LSG’s bowling attack is well-rounded, with a mix of pace, spin, and all-rounders.

  • Mayank Yadav: The speedster, known for clocking speeds of 156.7 km/h, will be a key weapon in LSG’s arsenal.
  • Ravi Bishnoi: A modern-day leg-spinner, Bishnoi’s fast leg breaks are a challenge for any batter.
  • Shahbaz Ahmed: As an all-rounder, he adds depth to the bowling unit.
  • Avesh Khan: A proven performer, Avesh will lead the pace attack alongside Akash Deep, who is likely to bowl with the new ball.

In the Impact Player category, Abdul Samad and Mohsin Khan will be included as per match requirements.

LSG's Strongest XI For IPL 2025

Aiden Markram ✈️
Mitchell Marsh ✈️
Nicholas Pooran ✈️
Rishabh Pant (WK)
David Miller ✈️
Ayush Badoni
Shahbaz Ahmed
Mayank Yadav
Ravi Bishnoi
Akash Deep
Impact swaps: Abdul Samad, Mohsin Khan