IPL 2026: The Indian Premier League (IPL) season comes to an end and tomorrow is the final between the Gujarat Titans and Royal Challengers Bangalore. The final will be played at Ahmedabad Narendra Modi Stadium. For two franchises it was the worst season. The Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Supergiants have the worst season they could ever have amid Rishabh Pant stepped down as a captain of Lucknow Supergiants and according to media reports Hardik Pandya is also all set to leave the captaincy of MI. But, Do you have any idea who will replace Rishabh Pant as a captain of LSG.
Here are the top 5 contenders of LSG captain
Aiden Markram
Aiden Markram is a top contender who can replace Rishabh Pant as a captain of Lucknow Supergiants. Markram has captained Sunrisers Eastern cape to two SAT20 titles and also led South Africa to the final of ICC men’s T20 world cup. For lucknow Supergiants Aiden Markram has been one of the best batsmen and overall in two season in 25 matches he scored 676 runs.
Mitchell Marsh
Mitchell Marsh is the second strongest contender for the Lucknow Supergiants captaincy. He performed so well for the LSG franchise this season. Not only in this season even though in 2025 and now in 2026 he was the top scorer from LSG. Overall playing 26 matches he scored 1190 runs, He can be the best captain for LSG.
Nicholas Pooran
Nicholas Pooran is the highest run getter ever for the lucknow Supergiants franchise, Although he was out of form throughout the IPL season 2026. In 57 matches he has scored 1615 runs. Currently he is leading MI New York and also captained west indies.
Ayush Badoni
If Lucknow Supergiants will think about the Indian Replacement for Rishabh Pant, Ayush Badoni could replace him. Badonoi could be the surprise entry for the franchise. The Uncapped players captains Delhi team in domestic cricket Also Badoni is fourth player to score 1000 runs for the franchise.
Josh Inglish
Josh Inglish has been totally impressive for the Lucknow Supergiants franchise this season so far. He could also be the top contender for the Lucknow Supergiants next season in IPL 2027. Wicket-keeper batsman Josh Inglish have a experience of captaining Australia in few T20I matches.
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