Rishabh Pant — IPL 2026 Profile & Stats
Wicketkeeper Batsman · Lucknow Super Giants · ₹27 Cr
IPL Career Stats
About Rishabh Pant
Rishabh Pant became the most expensive player in IPL mega auction history when Lucknow Super Giants bought him for a record-breaking INR 27 crore. The explosive left-hander and wicketkeeper made a miraculous comeback after a life-threatening car accident in December 2022, returning to cricket in 2024.
Career Highlights
- Most expensive player in IPL history at INR 27 Cr (2025 mega auction)
- Miraculous comeback from a near-fatal car accident in December 2022
- Scored 128* against SRH in 2018 — one of the greatest IPL knocks by a young player
- Captained Delhi Capitals to their best IPL run
- Strike rate of nearly 150 — among the highest for any IPL batsman with 3,000+ runs
- Youngest IPL centurion at the time of his maiden hundred
IPL Journey
IPL debut: 2016 · IPL titles: 0
Player Information
| Full Name | Rishabh Rajendra Pant |
| Born | October 4, 1997, Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Batting Style | Left-hand bat |
| Bowling Style | Right-arm off break |
| Role | Wicketkeeper Batsman |
| IPL 2026 Team | Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) |
| Auction Price | ₹27 Cr |
| Highest IPL Score | 128* |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which team does Rishabh Pant play for in IPL 2026?
Rishabh Pant plays for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in IPL 2026. He was acquired for ₹27 Cr in the auction.
How many IPL runs has Rishabh Pant scored?
Rishabh Pant has scored 3,700 runs in 111 IPL matches at an average of 35.24 and a strike rate of 149.07. He has 2 centuries and 21 half-centuries.
How many IPL titles has Rishabh Pant won?
Rishabh Pant has not won an IPL title yet. He will be looking to change that with Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2026.