Rishabh Pant and LSG: Sanjiv Goenka Weighs in on the Indian Cricketer's Role with the Lucknow Super Giants

Lucknow, November 27, 2024 - In an exclusive interview, Sanjiv Goenka, the owner of Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), shed light on Rishabh Pant's presence with the team during the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season.

Rumors had been circulating about whether LSG made a strategic error by signing Pant, who is considered one of India's top wicket-keepers. On Tuesday, Goenka broke his silence, stating that his decision to sign Pant was not motivated by ego or personal biases. When asked if he felt the investment was justified considering the massive price tag tagged with the Indian cricketer, Goenka explained that LSG has a rich talent pool and is confident in its team.

When questioned about Pant's performance, Goenka acknowledged some ups and downs but emphasized his dedication towards training and improvement. "Pant has shown great potential, and we are seeing glimpses of his true form during IPL," said the 56-year-old owner. He further added that he believes LSG will benefit from having its most significant assets at their disposal during key matches.

Rumors surrounding LSG's team dynamics have fueled discussions about whether Pant is indeed an ego buy, but Goenka dismissed these as uninformed perceptions within a passionate fan base.

While there are more games to come in the IPL season, this has been much-anticipated response from one of the most seasoned IPL franchise owners.