The 36th match of TATA IPL 2025 will see Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) take on Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, on April 19, 2025, at 7:30 PM IST. Leading LSG is none other than Rishabh Pant, a dynamic left-handed batter and the team’s captain this season.
As LSG look to climb higher on the points table, a lot will depend on Pant’s performance, especially given his excellent record against Rajasthan Royals over the years.
Rishabh Pant vs RR – Overall IPL Stats (2018–2024)
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Runs | 403 |
| Span | 2018–2025 |
| Matches (Mat) | 12 |
| Innings (Inns) | 12 |
| Not Outs (NO) | 3 |
| Highest Score (HS) | 78* |
| Batting Average (Ave) | 44.77 |
| Balls Faced (BF) | 258 |
| Strike Rate (SR) | 156.2 |
| Hundreds (100) | 0 |
| Fifties (50) | 4 |
| Ducks (0s) | 0 |
| Fours (4s) | 35 |
| Sixes (6s) | 20 |
See Also:- IPL 2025 Points Table
Expert View: Why Pant Is a Threat Tonight
- Match-Winner: Pant has scored 403 runs in 12 innings, which makes him one of the top-performing batters against RR in recent seasons.
- Fearless Hitter: A strike rate of 156.0 shows how dangerous he can be in any phase of the game.
- Big Game Temperament: With four fifties and a highest score of 78 not out*, Pant knows how to deliver under pressure.
What to Watch For Today
If Rishabh Pant gets going, Rajasthan Royals will be in trouble. He has the ability to shift momentum quickly with boundaries and big hits. Expect RR’s bowlers to plan specifically for him, especially in the middle overs. However, Pant’s past records suggest he thrives in such situations.
