LSG coach Justin Langer denies strategy on opening position against DC
Samira Vishwas April 02, 2026 09:24 AM

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  • In IPL 2026, there will be a match between Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants at Ekana Stadium in Lucknow, in which all eyes will be on Rishabh Pant.
  • Coach Justin Langer refused to share the strategy regarding Rishabh Pant’s batting position and said that Pant is in his best form.
  • Rishabh Pant’s performance last season was disappointing, where he scored only 269 runs at an average of 24.45.

IPL thrill in Lucknow, eyes are on Pant

The excitement of IPL 2026 has now reached its peak. Already in this league, RCB, MI, RR and PBKS have started their campaign with impressive wins. In the upcoming match on Wednesday evening, at Ekana Stadium, Lucknow. Delhi Capitals And Lucknow Super Giants There will be competition between. In this match, all eyes will be focused on one player – he is Rishabh Pantwho is the former captain of Delhi Capitals and current captain of Lucknow Super Giants. Fans are expecting a big innings from Pant.

Langer added a touch of mystery to the strategy

Justin Langer did not give direct answers to questions in the press conference regarding Rishabh Pant’s batting position. When he was asked about the team’s strategy, he refused to discuss it. Langer clearly said, “I am not telling you. It is true that I am not going to sit here and tell which order Pant will bat, because by doing so Delhi will know our strategy. You all will have to wait, everything will become clear tomorrow.”

Rishabh Pant in his best form

Talking about Pant’s form, coach Justin Langer said that he is currently in his best form and he is hopeful that he will perform well in this IPL season. His batting ability and dedication to the game can greatly benefit the team.

Last season was a struggle

Let us tell you that Rishabh Pant’s performance last season was relatively disappointing. Delhi Capitals included him in their team for around Rs 27 crore. However, despite being the most expensive player in IPL history, he scored only 269 runs at an average of 24.45. His bat played only in the final match last season, where he showed his talent by scoring 118* in the same innings.

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