Rishabh Pant Leads LSG Against RCB in IPL 2025
With RCB's strong winning streak before the league's break and LSG's struggles, the match is expected to be an exciting encounter, and Pant's leadership will be key to LSG's performance, as he aims to inspire his team to a victory against a strong RCB side.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will face Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in their final league-stage clash, aiming for a top-two finish in IPL 2025, while LSG's captain Rishabh Pant is set to lead his team despite being injured.
RCB's path to a top-two spot was cleared by Gujarat Titans' defeats, allowing them to secure a Qualifier 1 spot. However, the team has struggled to regain momentum after the league's break, with one match washed out and a significant loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad. Their last win was on May 3, and they will be cautious in their approach against LSG.
On the other hand, LSG's skipper Rishabh Pant is limping and was seen signing a ball for a fan despite his discomfort. In a heartwarming moment, Pant interacted with young fans ahead of the team's final IPL 2025 match against RCB at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow. Despite being injured and wearing a knee cap, Pant engaged with the children, signed cricket balls, and had a friendly conversation.
The 70th and final match of the league stage will be crucial for RCB, who are determined to secure a spot in the top two of the points table. LSG, on the other hand, will look to end their season on a high note, despite failing to qualify for the playoffs.