Rishabh Pant Suffers Elbow Injury in IPL 2026 Match

Why this matters: Pant's injury raises concerns about his form and fitness, especially given the substantial investment made in him by LSG. His performance is crucial for the team's success in the IPL 2026 season.

During the fifth over of the match between Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Rishabh Pant was struck on the elbow by a delivery from Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood. After a brief consultation with the team physio, Pant decided to retire hurt and walk back to the dressing room. Nicholas Pooran took his place in the middle.

Pant's performance has been under scrutiny, particularly after LSG spent a significant amount (₹27 crore) to acquire him before IPL 2025. Last season, he managed only 269 runs in 14 games. Ahead of this season, franchise owner Sanjeev Goenka voiced his support for Pant's captaincy.

So far in IPL 2026, Pant has accumulated 103 runs in four matches. He opened the innings in the game against Delhi Capitals (DC) but was run out for seven. He did return to bat later in the 16th over, showing some resilience after the injury.

He was hit on the elbow by a ball from Josh Hazlewood.

During the fifth over of the LSG vs. RCB match in IPL 2026.

Yes, he returned to bat in the 16th over.

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