Lucknow Super Giants skipper and the most highly paid cricketer in the history of the IPL, Rishabh Pant, has once again disappointed fans by departing for a duck while chasing a total of 160 runs against the Rajasthan Royals at their home ground.
The Lucknow Super Giants were seeking to bounce back from a three-match losing streak and their bowlers, particularly the pacers Mohammed Shami, Mohsin Khan, and Prince Yadav, who picked two wickets each, played a crucial role in restricting the Rajasthan Royals to 160.
Had it not been for Mayank Yadav’s final 20-run over, the Royals could not have posted a competitive total.
Rishabh Pant’s departure for a duck was particularly disheartening, as he had the opportunity to take his team over the line but played a set of irresponsible shots, ultimately getting out for a duck after just three balls.
Pant’s poor form this season has been a cause for concern, with him scoring a total of 147 runs across 7 innings, including only one half-century.
In his last seven matches, Pant has scored 7 against Delhi Capitals, a match-winning 68* against the Sunrisers Hyderabad, 10 against Kolkata Knight Riders, 18 against Gujarat Titans, 1 against Royal Challengers Bangalore, and 43 against Punjab Kings.
Fans have expressed frustration with Pant’s mindless short selection and carelessness in crucial junctions of the game.
As the most expensive player in the IPL, expectations from Pant are high, and his performance has been a topic of discussion among fans and experts.
