Rishabh Pant made history in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction, becoming the most expensive player ever after being signed by Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for a record-breaking Rs 27 crore. This marks a mega shift in Pant's IPL journey as he bids an emotional farewell to Delhi Capitals, his team for the past nine years.
Delhi Capitals, despite releasing Pant ahead of IPL 2025 auction, were keen to bring him back using the Right to Match (RTM) card. However, LSG's massive bid secured the star wicketkeeper-batsman.
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Rishabh Pant expressed his emotions through a heartfelt social media post, reflecting on his time with Delhi and thanking the team and its fans for their unwavering support.
In a post on social media, Rishabh Pant wrote: "The journey with Delhi Capitals has been nothing short of amazing. From the thrills on the field to the moments off it, I've grown in ways I never imagined. I came here as a teenager and we grew together over the last nine years.
"What made this journey all worthwhile is you, The fans. You've embraced me, cheered for me an stood by me in one of the toughest phases in my life."
"As I move on, I carry your love and support in my heart. I'll look forward to entertain you whenever I take the field. Thank you for being my family and making this journey so special."
Pant, who captained Delhi Capitals starting in 2021, led the team in 43 matches, achieving 23 wins with a commendable 54.65% win rate.
With his move to Lucknow Super Giants, it is all but confirmed that Pant will take over the captaincy of the team. While an official announcement from LSG is awaited, Pant's arrival promises a new era for the franchise.