Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant is having a tough time in IPL 2025. After scoring just 128 runs in 11 matches at a strike rate of 99.22, his form is under serious scrutiny. Adding to his woes, LSG have lost three games in a row, slipping down the points table and threatening their playoff chances.
Finch Recommends Pant to Step Back from Wicketkeeping
Former Australia captain Aaron Finch has weighed in with practical advice: let Nicholas Pooran take over wicketkeeping duties. Finch believes this change could help Pant regain focus as a captain and improve in-game communication.
“It must be really difficult to captain a side when you’re the wicketkeeper. You only get a few seconds to chat with your bowlers, and that affects planning,” Finch explained on JioStar.
He also pointed out how Pant’s visible frustration on the field shows a lack of smooth communication and execution during games.
Communication Breakdown Impacting LSG’s Momentum
Finch said that relying on Pooran to relay messages while fielding isn’t working efficiently. Since the IPL has become faster-paced, captains need more time to communicate strategies mid-over—something difficult to do from behind the stumps.
“Maybe Pant should let Pooran keep the gloves for a match or two. That would allow him to stand closer to his bowlers and fix these communication gaps,” said Finch.
LSG’s Decline Tied to Overdependence on Pooran
LSG’s reliance on Nicholas Pooran for batting firepower has also been a concern. While Pooran held the Orange Cap early on, his recent dip in performance has hurt the team’s balance, especially with Pant not contributing with the bat.
Final Word
Aaron Finch’s recommendation comes at a crucial time for LSG. As the playoffs draw near, every decision counts. A change in role might just help Rishabh Pant recover his rhythm and guide his team back into contention.
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