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LSG Shakeup: Bishnoi, Miller Among Big Names Released for IPL 2026

Lucknow Super Giants have made significant changes to their squad ahead of IPL 2026. They've released six players including big names like Ravi Bishnoi and David Miller. The team is keeping Rishabh Pant as captain and Nicholas Pooran as their explosive batter. LSG hopes these strategic moves will help them bounce back after two disappointing seasons.

Key Points: LSG Release Bishnoi Miller Akash Deep Ahead IPL 2026 Auction

  • LSG released six players including spin sensation Ravi Bishnoi and David Miller
  • Rishabh Pant continues as captain with Nicholas Pooran retained
  • Team traded in Mohammad Shami and Arjun Tendulkar to bolster bowling
  • Franchise finished seventh in IPL 2025 despite leadership changes
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IPL 2026: Bishnoi, Miller, Akash Deep among big players released by LSG

Lucknow Super Giants release Ravi Bishnoi, David Miller, and Akash Deep while retaining Rishabh Pant and Nicholas Pooran for IPL 2026 season rebuild.

"Despite several significant adjustments to their squad and leadership, the Lucknow Super Giants did not see improved results in IPL 2025. - Team Analysis"

New Delhi, Nov 15

Lucknow Super Giants managed to retain some quality players ahead of the IPL 2026 auction, but released six players, with spin sensation Ravi Bishnoi, destructive batter David Miller and pacer Akash Deep among those leaving the franchise.

Rishabh Pant, who was the most expensive buy at the IPL 2025 auction when LSG bid for him, will continue to lead the franchise, whereas Nicholas Pooran, one of the most dangerous hard-hitters in the tournament and in the 20-over format, has also been retained.

Australia's T20I skipper Mitchell Marsh, who has emerged as a destructive top-order batter in the format, has also found a place in the team for the 2026 edition of the tournament. Among bowlers, Digvesh Rathi, who grabbed several eyeballs last year, will continue to represent the franchise and will be joined by Mayank Yadav, Avesh Khan and Mohsin Khan.

Before the retention deadline, LSG traded in Mohammad Shami from Sunrisers Hyderabad and Arjun Tendulkar from the Mumbai Indians to bolster their squad. Additionally, they traded out Shardul Thakur to MI on Thursday.

Despite several significant adjustments to their squad and leadership, the Lucknow Super Giants did not see improved results in IPL 2025. Rishabh Pant took over as captain from KL Rahul, with Zaheer Khan stepping in as team mentor. Nevertheless, the team once again missed the playoffs, finishing seventh on the points table, mirroring their previous season's outcome.

The team lost consecutive matches towards the end of the league stage, which cost them a spot in the knockouts. LSG aim to rebound in the next season by making key squad changes before the auction.

Retained: Rishabh Pant (c), Nicholas Pooran, Abdul Samad, Ayush Badoni, Aiden Markram, Matthew Breetzke, Himmat Singh, Mitchell Marsh, Shahbaz Ahmed, Arshin Kulkarni, Mayank Yadav, Avesh Khan, Mohsin Khan, M Siddharth, Digvesh Rathi, Prince Yadav, Akash Singh

Released: Ravi Bishnoi, David Miller, Akash Deep, Aryan Juyal, Yuvraj Chaudhary, Rajvardhan Hangargekar.

Traded In: Mohd Shami (from SRH), Arjun Tendulkar (from MI)

Traded Out: Shardul Thakur (to MI)

- IANS

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Priya S
Happy to see Pant continuing as captain! He brings so much energy to the team. Hope the new combinations work better than last season. 🤞
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David E
As a neutral fan, I think releasing Miller is surprising. He's a proven finisher in T20 cricket. LSG might regret this during crunch situations.
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Ananya R
Getting Shami is a brilliant move! Our pace attack looks much stronger now with Shami, Avesh, and Mayank Yadav. Excited for IPL 2026! 🏏
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Siddharth J
Honestly, the team management seems confused. Same poor results year after year despite big changes. Maybe we need better coaching staff rather than just changing players.
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Kavya N
Arjun Tendulkar joining LSG! Hope he gets more opportunities here than he did at MI. Wishing him all the best! 🇮🇳
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Michael C
Retaining Pooran and Marsh is smart. They're both explosive T20 players. Now if only the team can find some consistency in their performances.

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