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The Indian Premier League 2026<\/strong> clash between Kolkata Knight Riders<\/strong> and Lucknow Super Giants<\/strong> turned into a talking point not just for the on-field action, but also for the intense reaction that followed online. LSG skipper Rishabh Pant<\/strong> faced heavy criticism from fans after another underwhelming outing with the bat, adding to concerns around his form this season.<\/p>\n After winning the toss, Lucknow opted to bowl first, hoping to restrict KKR on what appeared to be a good batting surface. However, the hosts made full use of the conditions and posted a competitive 181\/4 in their 20 overs.<\/p>\n KKR\u2019s batters showed composure and attacking intent throughout the innings, ensuring that the scoreboard kept ticking. The total set up an exciting chase, putting pressure on LSG\u2019s batting lineup to deliver under lights.<\/p>\n Chasing 182, LSG needed a solid contribution from their captain Pant. However, things did not go as planned. Pant was dismissed for just 10 runs in the 9th over, a moment that proved to be a turning point in the innings.<\/p>\n Facing Cameron Green<\/strong>, Pant struggled against a sharp, rising delivery. Attempting an aggressive pull shot, he lost control and ended up top-edging the ball. The catch was safely completed, leaving LSG in a difficult position.<\/p>\n The dismissal highlighted a recurring issue in Pant\u2019s recent performances \u2014 inconsistency at crucial moments \u2014 which has now become a major concern for the franchise.<\/p>\n Pant entered IPL 2026 with massive expectations after being bought for a record \u20b927 crore, making him the most expensive player in the tournament\u2019s history. While flashes of brilliance have been visible, his overall performances have not consistently matched the hype. Fans and analysts alike have started questioning whether Pant is living up to the hefty price tag. His inability to anchor innings or finish games has only intensified scrutiny, especially in high-pressure chases like this one.<\/p>\n Also WATCH: Digvesh Rathi\u2019s stunning boundary catch sends Finn Allen packing in KKR vs LSG IPL 2026 clash<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Life cycle of Rishabh Pant pic.twitter.com\/NPnFuV13AV<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 JJ (@IdliHaterr) April 9, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Pooran is not your finisher, Lucknow Super Giants. He is your No. 3 batsman. You\u2019re clueless \ud83e\udd21<\/p>\n \u2014 \u00ae\ufe0f\ud83e\udd81 (@nav_een_07) April 9, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Rishabh pant has reached at that stage where batting position doesn’t matter for him. He is shit at every where .<\/p>\n \u2014 Rajneesh Singh \ud83e\udd87 (@CFC_Palmer2O) April 9, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n How a player like Rishabh Pant played white ball cricket at intl level is still a mystery to me <\/p>\n Blud is equally talented as Abhishek Porel or KS Bharat then how he managed to fool indians \ud83e\udd21 https:\/\/t.co\/0o5ypAfB5j<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 \ud835\ude4e. (@KLfied_) April 9, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n https:\/\/twitter.com\/Shahhoon1\/status\/2042290114211258825<\/p>\n goenka ne konsa nasha karke rishabh pant ko 27 cr me kharida tha.#KKRvsLSG<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Dragon (@Nick_Nova1412) April 9, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Rishabh Pant is under pressure. He needs to leave LSG. Goenka is breathing down his neck which is impacting his performance. Or he must give the captaincy to Nicky P #KKRvsLSG<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Thomson Dcruz (@DcruzThomson) April 9, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Can you believe this? After being bought for 27 crores, Rishabh Pant is struggling with both batting and captaincy for the last two years. \ud83d\udc40<\/p>\n Today, when the team needed him the most, Rishabh Pant got out after scoring just 10 runs off 9 balls.<\/p>\n Last season was already one of\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/4P2Vu6512C<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Mention Cricket (@MentionCricket) April 9, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n WHAT A START BY CAMERON GREEN \u2013 GETS RISHABH PANT ON THE OPENING OVER.<\/p>\n \u2014 Rupesh suthar (@FuduuuAcademy) April 9, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Rishabh Pant generational fraud \u2014 Funda Unfiltered (@SG_SSamson) April 9, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Rishabh pant : you are an Age Fraud bro <\/p>\n Vaibhav suryavanshi: I might be an age fraud but not a batting fraud like you , Bitch ! pic.twitter.com\/3LmHS8IGSO<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Rahul Raj (@RahulRajonX) April 9, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Rishabh Pant is the only batter in this IPL who played 80+ balls with 0 six. \ud83d\ude2d\ud83e\udd21 pic.twitter.com\/qnEEZEukY4<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Kunal Yadav (@Kunal_KLR) April 9, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Rishabh Pant jitni batting tho Arjun Tendulkar bhi kar lega, Aur wo bowler bhi hai <\/p>\n Na Pant se batting Na captaincy<\/p>\n Pichle season k top 3 combination ko bhi bigad diya, Jo k acha kar rahe thae<\/p>\n Aur ye saab ke liye gali kon khayega Goenka because of Negative pr against him#LSG<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 OUT BHAI (@OutBhai) April 9, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Rishabh Pant is such a finished cricketer, not a good batter neither a good captain. He hasn’t even justified 2 crores from his 27 crores value as a batter. <\/p>\n I wonder how he played 74 games for India being so shit, Ishan & Samson were always a better white ball player than him!\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/iwu7CckqPn<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Nafees (@Nafees_22) April 9, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Cam Green bowling for the 1st time in this IPL and got the wicket of Rishabh Pant for 10(9) pic.twitter.com\/fOmTm3zKck<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Inside Out (@CricCoffee1) April 9, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Bashed Unadkat in one game and suddenly we forgot how mediocre white ball player Rishabh Pant is. pic.twitter.com\/I3mQhmxxwV<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Anurag\u2122 (@Samsoncentral) April 9, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\nKKR post competitive total after strong batting display<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Rishabh Pant falls cheaply during crucial chase<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Here\u2019s how fans reacted:<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Stop those overacting stunts by coming in at No. 3, Rishabh Pant.
Bring in Josh Inglis and assign him the finisher role.<\/p>\n\n
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10 off 9 balls innings
27 crore and still worthless #KKRvsLSG<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/08sOGHdwtq<\/a><\/p>\n\n
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