Rishabh Pant News

Despite their incredible performances and consistency, some of the finest batters in the Indian Premier League (IPL) are yet to lift the coveted trophy. Here’s a look at five such stars who have scored thousands of runs but are still waiting to become IPL champions.

His last appearance in the 50 over format came during the Sri Lanka tour in August 2024. Earlier, according to reports from news agency IANS, the team doctor had indicated that Pant had suffered a muscle strain in his right rib area.

Rishabh Pant has been ruled out of the upcoming three-match ODI series against New Zealand due to an injury.  

After the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 mini-auction in Abu Dhabi on December 16, all ten franchises have finalised their best possible squads for the upcoming season. The much-awaited IPL 2026 will kick off on March 26 and the teams are already plotting how to use their resources in the best possible manner to get the desired results. Interestingly, despite the recent IPL 2026 auction, wicket-keeper roles are relatively stable across franchises, with most of them likely continuing from IPL 2025 unless impacted by new signings, availability issues or injuries. Here's the predicted first-choice wicket-keeper for every franchise for IPL 2026 season:

Rishabh Pant is currently leading Delhi in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025–26. During Gill and Iyer’s absence in South Africa, KL Rahul led the ODI side to a 2–1 series victory.

Virat Kohli's aggressive 77 off 61 balls and Rishabh Pant's measured 70 off 79 deliveries lifted Delhi to 254/9 in 50 overs. In reply, despite being well-positioned at 213/5, Gujarat's chase faltered in the final stages and were bowled out for 247 in 47.4 overs.  

After the recently concluded Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 mini-auction in Abu Dhabi, all ten franchises have finalised their best possible squads for the upcoming season. The much-awaited IPL 2026 will kick off on March 26 and the teams are already plotting how to use their resources in the best possible manner to get the desired results.  Interestingly, despite the recent IPL 2026 auction, wicket-keeper roles are relatively stable across franchises, with most of them likely continuing from IPL 2025 unless impacted by new signings, availability issues or injuries. Here's the predicted first-choice wicket-keeper for every franchise for IPL 2026 season:

Indian batting stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are all set to return to domestic cricket, with both named in their respective state squads for the opening phase of the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025/26, which begins on December 24.

Defending champions and co-hosts India have named their squad for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, set to begin on February 7. The hosts enter the tournament aiming to clinch a record third title and interestingly seven members of the historic squad that lifted the T20 World Cup trophy in Barbados in 2024 will not feature in the title defense.   From legendary retirements to tactical omissions, here is a look at the seven players missing in India's T20 World Cup 2026 squad:

Virat Kohli is set for his first Vijay Hazare Trophy appearance in fifteen years after confirming availability for Delhi. Rishabh Pant joins the squad as he aims to reclaim a regular ODI spot following limited action in South Africa. Delhi expects a significant lift in fan turnout and on field confidence with two of India’s biggest stars in the lineup.

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will enter the IPL 2026 mini-auction on December 16 in Abu Dhabi with Rs 22.95 crore in their purse and six slots to fill including four overseas. After a seventh-place finish in IPL 2025, LSG have retained a strong core around captain Rishabh Pant, including Nicholas Pooran, Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram, and new trade-ins like Mohammed Shami.  Ahead of the IPL 2026 mini-auction, LSG's key gaps include a middle-order finisher after David Miller's release, an overseas pacer, a frontline Indian spinner after Ravi Bishnoi's exit, and all-rounder depth. Their strategy will focus on versatile, high-impact players to build a title-contending squad under coach Justin Langer.  Here are four players LSG might actively target at IPL 2026 auction:

Rishabh Pant arrived shortly after, drawing attention following a tough Test series. As the players gathered in Ranchi, the atmosphere indicated a united effort to move forward.

Pant ended the message with gratitude. Pant expressed regret, took responsibility, and assured supporters that the team would bounce back stronger.

Under head coach Gautam Gambhir, India have now lost five Tests at home to New Zealand and South Africa. Off-spinner Simon Harmer enjoyed a career revival, exploiting the same surface to trouble the Indian batters with turn and bounce.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has revealed the squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against South Africa, scheduled to begin on November 30. Here are the key changes in the ODI setup ahead of the series starter. 

The IPL auction landscape has undergone significant evolution over the years, with teams spending record-breaking amounts to secure high-impact players. Every franchise now has a standout signing that represents its biggest-ever auction investment.  Here are the 10 most expensive players bought by each team in IPL history:

India is expected to field a strong and well-balanced playing XI for the upcoming ODI against South Africa. With Shubman Gill ruled out due to a neck injury, KL Rahul is set to lead the side, bringing both experience and calm decision-making to the setup. The squad combines seasoned performers with emerging talent, making India a formidable unit ahead of the contest. Here’s India’s predicted Playing XI for the ODI. 

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has revealed the squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against South Africa, scheduled to begin on November 30.

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will enter the IPL 2026 mini-auction on December 16 in Abu Dhabi with Rs 22.95 crore in their purse and six slots to fill including four overseas. After a seventh-place finish in IPL 2025, LSG have retained a strong core around captain Rishabh Pant, including Nicholas Pooran, Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram, and new trade-ins like Mohammed Shami.  Ahead of the IPL 2026 mini-auction, LSG's key gaps include a middle-order finisher after David Miller's release, an overseas pacer, a frontline Indian spinner after Ravi Bishnoi's exit, and all-rounder depth. Their strategy will focus on versatile, high-impact players to build a title-contending squad under coach Justin Langer.  Here are four players LSG might actively target at IPL 2026 auction:

Attacking wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has been assigned to lead the Indian team in the decisive Test against South Africa in Shubman Gill's absence.