Introduction
The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) made their debut in 2022 and quickly became one of the fastest-growing and most exciting teams in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Owned by the RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group (RPSG), the franchise combines young talent, experienced international stars, and strong leadership to take on cricket’s biggest names. In just a few seasons, LSG has established itself as a consistent playoff contender and a fan-favorite brand.
Key Points
- Debuted in IPL 2022 and reached playoffs in their very first season.
- Owned by RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group.
- Home Ground: BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow (Capacity 50,000).
- Captain 2025: Rishabh Pant.
- Strong mix of retained core players and impactful new signings.
- Goal for IPL 2025: Winning their maiden IPL title.
About Sanjiv Goenka – The Visionary Behind LSG
Sanjiv Goenka is the chairman of the RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group (RPSG), one of India’s leading business conglomerates with interests in power, retail, IT-enabled services, consumer goods, media, and sports. Under his leadership, the group’s valuation has crossed billions, making it a powerful name in the corporate world.
Goenka is not new to Indian sports. Earlier, his group owned the Rising Pune Supergiants franchise in IPL 2016–2017, which reached the final in 2017. His comeback to the IPL with Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in 2022 marked the beginning of a new era.
Known for his vision, professionalism, and passion for sports, Sanjiv Goenka has played a crucial role in building LSG into one of the most exciting and competitive teams in the IPL within just a few seasons. His focus on nurturing young talent, combined with investing in world-class coaching staff, has helped LSG quickly earn respect among fans and analysts alike.
Team Overview
- Full Name: Lucknow Super Giants
- Founded: 2021 (Joined IPL in 2022)
- Home Ground: BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow (Capacity 50,000)
- Team Colors: Blue & Green
- Owner: RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group (RPSG)
- Captain (2025): Rishabh Pant
- Head Coach: Justin Langer (Former Australia coach)
- Assistant Coach: Lance Klusener
- Fielding Coach: Jonty Rhodes
- Spin Bowling Coach: Pravin Tambe
- Mentor: Zaheer Khan
This experienced support staff ensures that the team is well-guided in all departments, from batting to bowling and fielding.
Squad 2025
Retained Players
- Nicholas Pooran (Wicketkeeper-Batter) – ₹21 crore
- Mayank Yadav (Bowler) – ₹11 crore
- Ravi Bishnoi (Bowler) – ₹11 crore
- Mohsin Khan (Bowler) – ₹4 crore
- Ayush Badoni (Batter) – ₹4 crore
New Signings
- Rishabh Pant (Captain, Wicketkeeper-Batter) – ₹27 crore
- David Miller (Batter) – ₹7.5 crore
- Aiden Markram (Batter) – ₹2 crore
- Mitchell Marsh (All-Rounder) – ₹3.4 crore
- Avesh Khan (Bowler) – ₹9.75 crore
- Abdul Samad (All-Rounder) – ₹4.2 crore
- Akash Deep (Bowler) – ₹8 crore
- Shahbaz Ahmed (All-Rounder)
- Shamar Joseph (Bowler)
- Matthew Breetzke (Batter)
- M Siddharth (Bowler)
- Himmat Singh (Batter)
- Arshin Kulkarni (All-Rounder)
- Digvesh Rathi (Bowler)
- Prince Yadav (All-Rounder)
- Yuvraj Chaudhary (Bowler)
- Rajvardhan Hangargekar (Bowler)
- Aryan Juyal (Wicketkeeper-Batter)
The mix of retained stars like Pooran and Bishnoi with fresh signings such as Pant, Miller, and Marsh makes LSG one of the most balanced sides heading into IPL 2025.
Franchise History
- 2022: Debut Season – Finished 3rd, reaching playoffs.
- 2023: Playoffs again but knocked out in the Eliminator.
- 2024: Strong group stage performance but fell short in playoffs.
- 2025 Goal: Clinch their maiden IPL title.
Key Achievements
- Consistent Playoff Team – Reached playoffs in their first three seasons.
- Nurturing Young Talent – Players like Ravi Bishnoi and Mayank Yadav have grown under LSG’s system.
- Fan-Favorite Brand – Built a strong connect with fans, especially in Uttar Pradesh.
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Conclusion
The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) have transformed into a powerhouse in a very short span since their debut in 2022. With strong ownership, an experienced coaching staff, and a mix of explosive youngsters and proven match-winners, the franchise is now eyeing its first IPL title in 2025. Having already built a reputation as a consistent playoff team, LSG fans are eagerly waiting to see their team lift the coveted trophy.
