Rishabh Pant's struggles continued as Lucknow Super Giants were eliminated from IPL 2025 playoff contention after a loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad. Pant's poor form with the bat added to LSG's woes, with his low score contributing to his disappointing season. Injuries to key bowlers further hampered LSG's chances, impacting their overall performance despite a strong batting lineup.
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