Lucknow Super Giants are targeting their first IPL title in 2026 after revamping their squad and support staff. Global Director Tom Moody said the team addressed fitness issues and added a strong domestic pace attack, including Mohammed Shami. Owner Sanjiv Goenka said the focus is now on team performance after relying on individuals last season.

Lucknow Super Giants will be keen to go all the way in TATA IPL 2026 with a new identity as well as some key changes in the personnel and support staff. Speaking on JioStar’s ‘IPL Today Live’, LSG’s owner Sanjiv Goenka and Global Director of Cricket Tom Moody shared their thoughts on improvements in the squad from the last season and the pressure of winning the first title.

Speaking on JioStar’s ‘IPL Today Live’, LSG’s Global Director of Cricket Tom Moody explained why Indian domestic pace-bowling attack was a focus area for the support staff:

“Having spoken to everyone from Mr. Goenka down through the system here at Lucknow, it’s very clear that the preparation leading into 2025 wasn’t as good as it could have been. We had a number of players who were underdone, fitness-wise. The squad and balance we have now, include a strong, high-quality domestic fast-bowling attack, which we’ve added to smartly in the off-season through a trade for Mohammed Shami, who can lead that group and show the way forward. All the areas we felt needed improvement have been addressed, including bringing in a new medical team. At this point, all our fast bowlers are giving us a selection headache, which is exactly what you want going into the first game.”

Link to the video:https://www.hotstar.com/in/sports/cricket/winning-gives-you-the-respect-s-goenka/1271613323/watch