As IPL 2026 draws closer, the Lucknow Super Giants are preparing for a fresh squad overhaul after an inconsistent 2025 campaign. With several players underperforming and new names showing promise, the franchise is making big decisions ahead of the auction.
Here’s everything you need to know about the Lucknow Super Giants IPL 2026 squad, including retained and released players.
Lucknow Super Giants IPL 2026 Squad
Aiden Markram, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant (c & wk), Himmat Singh, David Miller, Abdul Samad, Shardul Thakur, Akash Deep, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Avesh Khan, Ravi Bishnoi, Ayush Badoni, Prince Yadav, Shahbaz Ahmed, Mitchell Marsh, Manimaran Siddharth, Akash Maharaj Singh, Arshin Kulkarni, Yuvraj Chaudhary, RS Hangargekar, Aryan Juyal
Which players will be released by LSG ahead of IPL 2026?
Lucknow Super Giants are expected to release a few overseas names and underperformers to free up budget and overseas slots. The players likely to be released are:
- Shamar Joseph
- Matthew Breetzke
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Which players will be retained by LSG for IPL 2026?
With a clear retention strategy in place, LSG are looking to rebuild a stronger and more consistent unit. They are focusing on a reliable top order, dependable finishers, and improving their bowling depth, which was a concern in IPL 2025.
Key players from IPL 2025 campaign to build team for the future
These four standout performers played a big role for LSG in IPL 2025 and are expected to be the pillars of the team in 2026:
- Rishabh Pant (Captain & Wicketkeeper): After returning from injury, Pant showed leadership and produced vital knocks in the middle order. His experience and energy make him the core of the LSG lineup.
- Mitchell Marsh: A powerful striker who scored over 600 runs in the 2025 season. Marsh delivered consistently at the top, giving LSG solid starts.
- Nicholas Pooran: Played the role of a finisher with precision, scoring over 500 runs at a high strike rate. He’s key to their middle-order firepower.
- Digvesh Rathi: The young left-arm spinner surprised everyone with his accuracy and ability to take wickets in pressure situations.
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LSG 2026 Playing XI
- Mitchell Marsh
- Aiden Markram
- Nicholas Pooran
- Rishabh Pant (C & WK)
- Ayush Badoni
- Shabaz Ahamad
- Shardul Thakur
- Digvesh Rathi
- Avesh Khan
- William O’Rourke
- Prince Yadav
LSG’s expected moves ahead of IPL 2026 focus on releasing inconsistent performers and injury-prone players to build a more balanced and dependable squad. Their retained core features a mix of experienced internationals and promising Indian talent across departments. With a solid top order, finishing power, and an improving bowling unit, Lucknow will aim for a strong resurgence in the upcoming season.
