Overview

• Rishabh Pant's poor IPL 2025 form continues, with just 128 runs in 11 matches at a strike rate below 100, raising questions about his captaincy and batting role.
• Lucknow Super Giants' playoff hopes are in jeopardy after a 37-run loss to Punjab Kings, leaving them seventh in the standings with three games remaining.
• Former Australian captain Aaron Finch has suggested Pant relinquish wicketkeeping duties to Nicholas Pooran to focus on his batting and leadership responsibilities.
• Sunrisers Hyderabad were officially eliminated from playoff contention after their match against Delhi Capitals was abandoned due to rain, despite a strong bowling performance led by Pat Cummins' 3/19 spell.
• SRH head coach Daniel Vettori attributed the team's disappointing campaign to a lack of consistency, signaling a shift towards rebuilding for the next season.