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In a significant development around IPL 2025, there are reports that Lucknow Super Giants are all set to announce their new captain on Monday, January 20. According to NDTV, the RPSG group are all set to hold a press conference at their headquarters on Monday, January 20.
According to the report, the press conference is likely to announce the new skipper for IPL 2025. Also, the meeting can be regarding the release of new jersey. Owner Sanjiv Goenka is all set to speak to the press, where they will shed light on several updates for Super Giants for the upcoming season.
Rishabh Pant And Nicholas Pooran In Contention To Become New Captain
According to the report, LSG are looking at two potential captains- Rishabh Pant and Nicholas Pooran. The West Indies star batter has been impressive for the Super Giants as he was their leading run-getter in IPL 2024. Further, Pooran is currently leading MI Emirates in ILT20 and holds captaincy experience in franchise cricket.
On the other hand, Pant, who led Delhi Capitals for several years, was roped in for a whopping 27 crores at the IPL 2025 mega-auction, making him the highest-paid cricketer in IPL history. thus, Pant is also a top contender and things are likely to be cleared on Monday, when LSG might unveil their new captain.
LSG Dealt Blow After KL Rahul's Exit
LSG, who made their IPL debut in 2022 edition, was led by KL Rahul for three years. However, the right-arm batter left the side after IPL 2024, following a fall-out with owner Sanjiv Goenka, who had publicly scolded him after an embarrassing defeat against SRH in IPL 2024.
Rahul has now moved to Delhi Capitals and it is to be seen whether he will get the captains' band there.
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