As excitement builds for IPL 2025, Rishabh Pant took to social media to express his gratitude after receiving a special gift from Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The cricketer shared an image of a beautifully crafted Lord Ram idol, thanking the UP CM for the gesture.
The Indian Premier League 2025 is set to begin on March 22, with teams making their final preparations before stepping onto the field. As part of the pre-season engagements, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) squad met with Yogi Adityanath in Lucknow.
LSG Squad Meets UP CM Yogi Adityanath Before IPL 2025
Led by team owner Sanjeev Goenka, LSG players, including their newly appointed captain Rishabh Pant, attended a special meeting with the UP CM on Monday. The team presented Yogi Adityanath with a signed bat as a token of appreciation for his support.
During the meeting, CM Yogi praised LSG’s previous performances and encouraged the squad to put their best foot forward in the upcoming edition of the tournament.
“Lucknow Super Giants have showcased remarkable performances in previous seasons. This team represents dedication, discipline, and the true spirit of the game. I am hopeful that this season, too, the players will demonstrate their skills and make the state proud,” said CM Yogi Adityanath.
New Era for LSG with Rishabh Pant as Captain
Ahead of IPL 2025, LSG made a bold move by appointing Rishabh Pant as captain, replacing KL Rahul. The Delhi Capitals’ star wicketkeeper-batsman will lead the side as they aim for their maiden IPL trophy.
The Lucknow-based franchise will kick off their IPL 2025 campaign on March 24 against Delhi Capitals. Fans are eager to see Pant’s leadership as he returns to competitive cricket in this highly anticipated season.
