Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) has opted to keep hold of Nicholas Pooran, Mayank Yadav, and Ravi Bishnoi ahead of IPL 2025. However, LSG’s captain since its formation in 2022, KL Rahul, perhaps will not be retained, though the final call is yet to be announced. LSG will have one Right-to-Match (RTM) card available for the auction, and the retention cost of these five players will deduct INR 51 crore from LSG’s INR 120 crore budget, or more if the players’ aggregated salaries exceed this retention slab.
LSG Key Player Retentions and Performance Highlights:
| Player | Role | 2024 Highlights | Retention History & Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nicholas Pooran | Power-hitter, WK | 2nd highest run-scorer for LSG, interim captain | Acquired for INR 16 crore (2023) |
| Mayank Yadav | Fast Bowler | Impressive debut, bowling speeds 150+ kph | Retained; debut at INR 20 lakhs |
| Ravi Bishnoi | Spinner | Key role in 2022 & 2023 playoffs | Acquired for INR 4 crore (2022) |
| Ayush Badoni | Middle-order Batter | 238 runs in 2023 at 138 strike rate | Integral since 2022, INR 20 lakhs |
| Mohsin Khan | Fast Bowler | 10 wickets in 2024 despite past injuries | Standout 2022 season, INR 20 lakhs |
Pooran, a top acquisition in 2023, has seen a sharp increase in his IPL value since 2017. Bishnoi’s consistent performance in the LSG lineup has solidified his retention since 2022, while Yadav’s recent international debut and impressive pace cement his value.
