The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) struggled through IPL 2025 and were knocked out of the playoffs after their loss to the Sunrisers Hyderabad. They often looked off-pace and couldn’t find any consistency. Now, with talks of LSG released players 2026 underway it’s clear that the side must make some bold moves if they want to bounce back next season.
Top 5 LSG Released Players 2026
1. Rishabh Pant (Wicketkeeper-Batsman & Captain)
Rishabh Pant hasn’t had the best time as LSG’s captain. Even though the team spent ₹27 crore on him, he scored just 135 runs in 12 matches with a strike rate of 100 and an average of 12.27. His captaincy has also come under the spotlight with some reports saying things aren’t great between him and the rest of the team. Experts like Aakash Chopra feel Pant needs to take a step back and think about how he plays T20 cricket.
Rishabh Pant’s IPL Batting Stats (Career Overview)
2. Mayank Yadav (Fast Bowler)
Mayank Yadav had a tough season because of injuries. He missed the first half of the tournament, came back for two games and took 2 wickets then got injured again. His fitness issues and lack of game time made it hard for him to make an impact. With such an uncertain run, LSG might think about letting him go before the next season.
Mayank Yadav IPL Bowling Stats (Career Overview)
3. David Miller (Middle-order Batter)
David Miller didn’t have the kind of season LSG would have hoped for. He scored just 153 runs in 11 matches with a strike rate of 127.49. He wasn’t able to play the kind of match-winning knocks he’s known for. With younger players coming up and Miller not at his best LSG might look to move on from him ahead of the next season.
David Miller IPL Batting Stats (Career Overview)
4. Shamar Joseph (Fast Bowler)
Shamar Joseph didn’t get a single game this season, even though LSG had injury troubles in their bowling attack. The fact that he stayed on the bench the entire time suggests the team doesn’t fully trust him as an option right now. LSG might choose to release him and bring in a player they’re more likely to use in future matches.
Shamar Joseph IPL Bowling Stats (Career Overview)
5. Ravi Bishnoi (Leg Spinner)
Ravi Bishnoi, retained by LSG for ₹11 crore ahead of IPL 2025, has not lived up to expectations. In 10 matches he took 9 wickets but conceded runs at an economy rate of 10.41, which is considered high for a bowler of his caliber.
His form this season has been a bit of a worry; he’s struggled to keep things tight with the ball and his performances have been hit or miss. Even though he’s a talented spinner with a lot of potential, LSG might feel it’s time to look for someone more consistent to handle that role.
Ravi Bishnoi IPL Bowling Stats (Career Overview)
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