Lucknow Super Giants revamped their squad for IPL 2025, parting with KL Rahul and appointing Rishabh Pant as captain. They bolstered their lineup with stars like David Miller, Aiden Markram and Mitchell Marsh. Their powerful batting unit looks strong, but their pace attack's fitness remains a concern. LSG aim to bounce back and contend for the title.
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