Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) are a professional Twenty20 cricket franchise based in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The team competes in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and is owned by the RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group. Their home ground is the Ekana Cricket Stadium.
As of 2025, the team is captained by Rishabh Pant, coached by Justin Langer, and mentored by Zaheer Khan.
History
Lucknow Super Giants were introduced in 2022 as one of two new IPL franchises, alongside the Gujarat Titans. The RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group secured the franchise for ₹7,090 crore. The team name “Lucknow Super Giants” was selected through a public contest.
At the 2022 IPL mega auction, LSG built a strong squad featuring players like KL Rahul (captain), Quinton de Kock, Mark Wood, and Marcus Stoinis. The team was coached by Andy Flower, with Gautam Gambhir serving as mentor.
Despite being a relatively new franchise, LSG made an immediate impact by reaching the playoffs in both 2022 and 2023. However, they finished 7th in the 2024 and 2025 seasons. Notably, LSG remains one of the active IPL teams yet to reach a final.
Ahead of the 2025 mega auction, the team retained Nicholas Pooran, Ayush Badoni, Mohsin Khan, Ravi Bishnoi, and Mayank Yadav. They also signed Rishabh Pant for ₹27 crore, appointing him as captain, while Zaheer Khan took over as mentor.
In a short span, LSG has gained immense popularity, becoming one of the most followed IPL teams, with over 5 million followers on social media by 2025.
Home Ground
The team’s home venue is the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. During the 2022 season, due to COVID-19 restrictions, LSG could not play at their home ground, and matches were held in Maharashtra.
Since 2023, the team has hosted matches at Ekana Stadium, where fans create a vibrant atmosphere, often celebrating with Bhojpuri songs and local cultural elements.
Team Overview
The Lucknow Super Giants logo features a vibrant mix of blue, orange, yellow, green, and red shades. These colors symbolize energy, diversity, and the dynamic spirit of the team in the IPL.
Key Persons
- Owner: RPSG Sports Private Limited
- Captain: Rishabh Pant
- Head Coach: Justin Langer
Current Squad
Lucknow Super Giants Squad 2026
| Player Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Rishabh Pant | WK-Batter | |
| Aiden Markram | Batter | |
| Himmat Singh | Batter | |
| Matthew Breetzke | Batter | |
| Mukul Choudhary | WK-Batter | |
| Akshat Raghuwanshi | Batter | |
| Josh Inglis | WK-Batter | |
| Nicholas Pooran | WK-Batter | |
| Mitchell Marsh | All-Rounder | |
| Abdul Samad | All-Rounder | |
| Shahbaz Ahamad | All-Rounder | |
| Arshin Kulkarni | All-Rounder | |
| Wanindu Hasaranga | All-Rounder | |
| Ayush Badoni | All-Rounder | |
| Mohammad Shami | Bowler | |
| Avesh Khan | Bowler | |
| M. Siddharth | Bowler | |
| Digvesh Singh | Bowler | |
| Akash Singh | Bowler | |
| Prince Yadav | Bowler | |
| Arjun Tendulkar | Bowler | |
| Anrich Nortje | Bowler | |
| Naman Tiwari | Bowler | |
| Mayank Yadav | Bowler | |
| Mohsin Khan | Bowler | |
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Achievements & Records
Since their debut in 2022, the Lucknow Super Giants have delivered consistent performances in the Indian Premier League. The team reached the playoffs in their first two seasons (2022 and 2023), showcasing a strong start as a new franchise.
However, in the 2024 and 2025 seasons, LSG finished 7th in the points table. Despite their competitive performances, the team is yet to qualify for an IPL final.[1][2]
Season Summary
| Year | Matches | Won | Lost | Group Stage | Final Result | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 15 | 9 | 6 | 3rd out of 10 | Playoffs | |
| 2023 | 15 | 8 | 6 | 3rd out of 10 | Playoffs | |
| 2024 | 14 | 7 | 7 | 7th out of 10 | League stage | |
| 2025 | 14 | 6 | 8 | 7th out of 10 | League stage | |
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Popularity
The Lucknow Super Giants have quickly emerged as one of the most popular teams in the Indian Premier League, enjoying a strong fan base across India, particularly in Uttar Pradesh.
As of April 2025, the franchise has amassed over 5.1 million followers on social media platforms. Fans actively support the team during matches and contribute to a lively atmosphere in the stadium, celebrating with music, chants, and energetic performances.[3][4][5]
External Links
See also
References
- ↑ Indian Premier League 2025 – Points Table & Standings . In ESPNcricinfo . Retrieved 17 January 2026
- ↑ IPL Matches – Points Table . In Official IPLT20 . Retrieved 17 January 2026
- ↑ Lucknow Super Giants bring in Infront Lab to identify and grow fanbase . In Infront Lab (5 March 2024) . Retrieved 17 January 2026
- ↑ LSG fans’ farewell wish: Victory over KKR . In Hindustan Times (5 May 2024) . Retrieved 17 January 2026
- ↑ Lucknow Super Giants — Fan ratings & team overview . In ESPNcricinfo . Retrieved 17 January 2026