LSG head coach Justin Langer backs Rishabh Pant amid poor form, dismisses price tag pressure
Mumbai: Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant has struggled to live up to his potential in the ongoing IPL 2026. The keeper-batter has made only 204 runs in nine matches. Under his leadership, Lucknow are at the bottom of the points table as well and for the same reason, Pantโs role and impact have been criticised heavily. His INR 27 crore price tag has also been discussed heavily, with many experts believing that it has put pressure on Pant. After a defeat to Mumbai Indians, head coach Justin Langer offered a firm defence, rejecting suggestions that expectations tied to Pantโs…