Lucknow Super Giants IPL 2026 Squad

About Lucknow Super Giants

Captain	Rishabh Pant
Coach	Justin Langer
Home Ground	BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
IPL Titles	0
Founded	2022
Owners	RPSG Group (Sanjiv Goenka)

Lucknow Super Giants are one of the two franchises that entered the IPL in 2022 alongside Gujarat Titans, bringing professional cricket to Uttar Pradesh’s capital city on a permanent basis.
Owned by the RPSG Group and led into battle at the BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium, LSG established themselves quickly as a competitive presence in the league — reaching the playoffs in each of their first two seasons — before back-to-back group stage exits in 2024 and 2025 made IPL 2026 a must-improve campaign.

The appointment of Rishabh Pant as captain for 2026 is the most emotionally resonant story in LSG’s short history.
Pant, who suffered a near-fatal road accident in December 2022, made a remarkable return to competitive cricket in 2024 and was acquired by LSG at the mega auction for a record fee.
His captaincy in 2026 represents both a personal triumph and a statement of intent by the franchise.

IPL 2026 Season Preview

Rishabh Pant’s captaincy is the central talking point for Lucknow in 2026.
His aggressive batting, unpredictable decision-making as a wicketkeeper, and ability to win matches from seemingly hopeless positions make him one of the most exciting leaders in the competition.
Alongside Pant, coach Justin Langer – who led Australia to Ashes and World Cup victories – brings a demanding, high-intensity environment that should suit LSG’s talented squad.

Mohammed Shami’s long-awaited return to competitive cricket after recovering from his ankle injury is one of the most anticipated storylines in IPL 2026.
If fully fit, Shami’s reverse swing and ability to bowl on any length make him one of the finest pace bowlers India has produced.
Mayank Yadav – who stunned the IPL with his 155+ kph deliveries before injury struck in 2024 – is another player whose fitness and form will be closely watched.
Anrich Nortje and Mitchell Marsh give LSG genuine international quality across pace and all-round hitting, while Wanindu Hasaranga adds a match-winning spin option.

Strengths & Weaknesses

Strengths: Arguably the most hostile fast-bowling unit in IPL 2026 — Shami, Mayank Yadav, Anrich Nortje, and Avesh Khan at full strength is an attack that no batting lineup in the world would relish facing. The middle order of Pant, Pooran, Mitchell Marsh, and Aiden Markram is a terrifying combination of power-hitters who can dominate any bowling attack across all conditions. Justin Langer’s high-intensity coaching environment and the presence of Rishabh Pant’s instinctive, unpredictable captaincy create an atmosphere that is at its best when opponents least expect it.

Weaknesses: Key pace bowlers Shami, Mayank Yadav, and Nortje all have significant recent injury histories — if two of them are unavailable at the same time, the attack loses most of its threat. The release of Ravi Bishnoi creates a gap in domestic spin depth; Wanindu Hasaranga is world-class but cannot bowl all the spin overs alone. LSG have finished 7th in consecutive seasons and there is real pressure on this squad — and on Pant specifically — to convert an outstanding roster into playoff results.

Lucknow Super Giants History

Lucknow Super Giants entered the IPL in 2022, purchased by the RPSG Group (Sanjeev Goenka) for Rs 7,090 crore – one of the largest sums paid for a franchise at the time.
Their debut season under K.L. Rahul’s captaincy and Andy Flower’s coaching was impressive: LSG reached the playoffs immediately and quickly established the Ekana Stadium as a genuine T20 venue capable of generating significant crowds and atmosphere.

Their early success was built around K.L. Rahul’s consistent batting, Marcus Stoinis’ power-hitting, and Avesh Khan and Mohsin Khan’s pace bowling.
In 2023, LSG again reached the playoffs, demonstrating an early-season consistency that eludes many established franchises.
However, exits at the eliminator stage in 2022 and 2023, followed by back-to-back group stage exits in 2024 and 2025, left the franchise hungry for a deeper run. The acquisition of Rishabh Pant — alongside Mohammed Shami’s availability — positions 2026 as potentially their most competitive season yet.

Highs & Lows

Highs: Two consecutive playoff appearances in their first two IPL seasons (2022, 2023) – a strong debut record for a new franchise. Acquiring Rishabh Pant as captain ahead of 2025. Mayank Yadav’s electrifying 155+ kph pace debut in 2024.

Lows: No IPL title after four seasons of competition. Failing to progress beyond the eliminator stage in any season. Back-to-back group stage exits in 2024 and 2025 after a promising start to their franchise history.

Key Players to Watch – IPL 2026

• Rishabh Pant – LSG’s captain and the most explosively gifted wicketkeeper-batter in Indian cricket. Pant’s miraculous recovery from his 2022 accident is already the stuff of sporting legend, and his instinctive, aggressive batting from No. 4 or 5 gives LSG a match-winning option that other teams simply cannot replicate. His captaincy in 2026 is the most eagerly anticipated storyline in the franchise’s short history.
• Mohammed Shami – If fully fit, the most dangerous pace bowler at IPL 2026. Shami’s mastery of reverse swing, his ability to take wickets in any phase of the game, and his experience in high-pressure tournaments make him LSG’s highest-upside signing. His return from a prolonged injury absence is the most significant fitness story of the competition.
• Mayank Yadav – The fastest young bowler in Indian cricket. Yadav burst onto the IPL scene in 2024 with deliveries consistently exceeding 155 kph – a pace that batters simply are not prepared for. If he stays fit, he is the most match-winning pace prospect in the squad.
• Nicholas Pooran – One of the most destructive T20 batters in the world. The West Indies wicketkeeper-batter’s ability to hit sixes at will – and his specific skill in hitting pace bowling over long-on and long-off – makes him a nightmare to set a field against in the final eight overs.

Season by Season Record

Season	Matches	Wins	Win %	Finish
2022	14	9	64.3	Playoffs
2023	14	9	64.3	Playoffs
2024	14	8	57.1	Group Stage
2025	14	7	50.0	Group Stage

Who is the Lucknow Super Giants captain in IPL 2026?

Rishabh Pant is the captain of Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2026. Rishabh Pant was signed for a record-breaking ₹27.00 crore in the auction to take over the leadership role. Lucknow Super Giants are yet to win an IPL championship.

What is the Lucknow Super Giants IPL 2026 squad?

Lucknow Super Giants IPL 2026 squad: Rishabh Pant (captain), Ayush Badoni, Mayank Yadav, Avesh Khan, Mohsin Khan, Shahbaz Ahmed. Key overseas players include Nicholas Pooran, Aiden Markram, and Anrich Nortje. Lucknow Super Giants retained 3 players and signed Josh Inglis for ₹8.60 crore.

How many titles has Lucknow Super Giants won in IPL?

Lucknow Super Giants has won 0 IPL titles: none. They are yet to win an IPL title, but remain one of the most competitive franchises in IPL history.

Which overseas players are in Lucknow Super Giants’s IPL 2026 squad?

Lucknow Super Giants overseas players in IPL 2026: Nicholas Pooran (West Indies, Wicketkeeper), Aiden Markram (South Africa, Batter), Anrich Nortje (South Africa, Bowler), Mitchell Marsh (Australia, All-rounder), up to 8 overseas players per squad with max 4 in playing XI.